'Looking Good' badge
Object
Badge
Production date
c. 1980s-1990s
Object number
2024.3
Physical Description
Circular metal badge with a design including red and yellow colours only. The text reads 'Looking good. Be safe. Be seen.' and the illustration depicts a cyclist riding a bike, where the Os of the word 'good' are used as the bike's wheels.
Object history
This badge was worn and owned by Hackney resident and activist, Ian Rathbone.
'Be safe. Be Seen' is a slogan used by cycling safety campaigners to encourage cyclists to have lights and reflectors fitted onto their bikes, as well as wearing bright coloured or fluorescent clothing, to help drivers see them when riding after dark.
'Be safe. Be Seen' is a slogan used by cycling safety campaigners to encourage cyclists to have lights and reflectors fitted onto their bikes, as well as wearing bright coloured or fluorescent clothing, to help drivers see them when riding after dark.
Material
Metal
Plastics
Dimension
Diameter (Front): 5.6cm
On display?
No
Inscription
LOOKING
GOOD
BE SAFE.
BE SEEN.
GOOD
BE SAFE.
BE SEEN.
