Anyone that has seen my bikes rigged for winter night commutes knows that they are hard to not notice. 2 headlights, minimum of 10Ws each, large (4x6 inch) rear lights, a flashing LED helmet light on the front of my helmet and the big, new Cateye taillight on the back of my helmet. Ankle bands, wrist bands, 4 inch square patches of retro-reflective material on chest and sleeves, and a safety triangle on the back. I use the helmet lights to warn drivers approaching from side streets, looking right & left at every intersection.

So tonight, I actually saw a driver put their hand up to keep my light out of their face and proceed into the intersection. I still believe in being visible, but you just have to watch out for the yahoo's anyway.