Many cyclists wear GoPros or other cameras that they can mount either on a bicycle helmet or on the bike itself. They may do this to analyze and track their own performance or to make content for social media. The camera can easily record the entire ride, which can then be edited after the fact.
But one other benefit of wearing a camera while you ride is that the footage can help if you are involved in an accident. In the same way that a dash cam can help a driver demonstrate that someone else was at fault, a cyclist could benefit from having footage of their own crash.
After all, the driver may tell a very different story. Perhaps the cyclist had a green light, and the driver ran the red light, but that driver claims that they were the one with the green light and the cyclist failed to yield the right of way. It can be complicated to sort through this when two people are telling different stories, but GoPro footage could immediately put an end to any dispute.
Should a camera be part of your safety equipment?
There are many other types of safety equipment that can help prevent an accident, such as lights, reflectors and bright clothing. Cyclists may also want to consider wearing a bike helmet and other types of protective equipment that can reduce their injuries if they are involved in a crash.
Wearing a camera will not help a rider avoid an accident and will not keep them safe if they are struck by a vehicle. But it can still be an important part of their equipment because it helps them focus on the future. They may deserve substantial compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other damages after the accident, and the camera footage can serve as evidence in their case as they seek that compensation.
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