Thanks for the replies. I guess I never thought of it that way, taking the road. I thought hugging the white line would be OK, but there's no where to go on the right of that white line. It's either down a cliff or in the woods or ditch. I do wear extremely bright colors when I'm riding, like neon pink, yellow, green, orange, etc., with reflective strips. I have lots of reflectors on my bike and I do have a headlight and a flashing red light to attach to my jersey. I do not ride at night, always in the day time.

I ride in the parks, but the park roads are not much better. The asphalt is crumbling which makes for a bad ride. The motorists in the park are not very kind to cyclists either. I usually get so frustrated with the crumbling asphalt and the motorists that I move to the multi-purpose trail. Of course, the trail has its hazards too.

@westtexas -- riding on roads where the speed limit is 70+ or better -- you're a better person that I am. I would totally freak if cars passed me at that rate of speed. Although, on the country roads where I ride, I'm sure they are passing me at upwards of 55+ mph.

I've thought about installing a mirror on my helmet or handlebar. Thoughts? Would the mirror on the helmet be too distracting?

I love to ride -- guess I'll have to build my courage up to the country roads around me. Plus, I'm getting tired racking my bike on the Swagman just to get a ride in.