About Red:
It seems to be a standout color in good light but in low light conditions it is not much better than black.
White is much better and ofcourse hi-vis if very noticeable in near all conditions.
I have a hi-vis jacket and silver helmet. I intend to add hyperlites LED running and brake lights with modulators for the rear. Hopefully i can figure out a bright economical addition for the front. I will also add some reflective tape to my helmet and perhaps my bike.
I try to be as visible as possible. It is too easy for a small vehicle to be lost in the background. I figure it should reduce the number of people who “don’t see” me so it reduces the chance that someone will hit me.
I have been an all weather bicycle commuter for several years and I have noticed first of all how hard it is to see people with dark clothing in poor conditions. And how much easier yellow, white or hi-vis stand out. I’ve also noticed that people appear to move left to pass me earlier if I am more visible.
I will be the one that looks like a dork, by I could care less what i look like, just that you notice me.
Craig