Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Bicycle Safety

Here are a few tips to help your summer bicycle riding experience be the best it can be!

- Protect your head Wear a helmet

- See and be seen Wear bright fluorescent colors during the day

- Avoid biking at night If riding at night, equip your bicycle with head and tail lights and wear reflective clothing

- Stay alert Keep a lookout for obstacles in your path

- Go with the flow Ride with traffic

- Check for traffic Be aware of traffic around you

- Learn the rules of the road Obey traffic laws

- Assure bicycle readiness Is your bicycle properly adjusted?

- Check brakes before riding your bike

- Check your wheels "Quick release" wheels should be securely fastened