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@antlers
I've done the same thing twice this year. It sucks. Heal up soon (and do your physio)!
The first time, I was hit from the rear by a Land Rover. To be honest, I still kind of shit my kecks about it while riding - I used to think "well, I'm in primary, so that car is going to keep behind me like it should" but now I'm like, what's stopping anyone? Other people are terrifyingly unpredictable. That goes for everything.
I've made some changes in the way I ride (doubled up on lights, never riding with headphones in again, a lot more over-the-shoulder glances) and these have helped my head somewhat. Plus, if I think about my hours-riding-in-London-to-injuries-sustained ratio... I'm still doing OK, just about.
Peace