BOISE, Idaho — As winter approaches, shorter days mean darker roads and bike trails earlier in the evening. The Ada County Highway District (ACHD) is urging cyclists to make themselves more visible.

“Throughout the fall, winter and early spring months I’ll definitely spend a lot of time riding at night,” said Jesse Lawson, who commutes close to 10 miles to work on his bike every day and often rides in the dark.

“On my main commuter, I have extra lights to make it extra flashy and I’ve noticed that cars give me a little more room the more lit up I am,” Lawson said.

WATCH: Hear from long-time bike commuters and ACHD about how to stay safe riding in the dark As winter nears and days grow shorter, ACHD encourages cyclists to 'Ride Bright'

Lawson bikes year-round — even in the dead of win

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