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4. Safety
General Safety
●Check the condition of your bike before
any and every ride. Have regular
maintenance and periodic inspections
performed as needed. If you are unsure
of how to conduct a complete check of
the condition of your bike, you should
consult a certified, reputable bike
mechanic for assistance.
●Always wear a helmet every single time
you ride your bike, regardless of the
length of your ride. Make sure the
helmet fits properly and is securely tightened down when riding your bike. Most
serious bicycle injuries involve head injuries, which might have been
avoided if the rider had worn an appropriate helmet. FAILURE to
wear a helmet when riding may result in serious injury or death. It is
your responsibility to familiarize yourself with state and local laws, rules, and
regulations regarding safety equipment.
●Ride defensively. Always assume that others do not see you. Always observe your
surrounding and be prepared to avoid, for examples, the following:
○Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or lane ahead of you, or
coming behind you
○Parked car doors opening
○Pedestrians stepping onto the road or path
○Children or pets playing near the road
○Potholes, sewer grating, railroad tracks, expansion joints, road or sidewalk
construction, debris and other obstructions that could cause you to swerve
into traffic, catch your wheel or cause you to have an accident
○Miscellaneous other hazards and distractions which can occur on a bicycle
ride
●Follow the same road laws as any other road vehicle when riding your bike. It is
your responsibility to know and understand local road laws.
●Do not ride distracted or impaired in any way. Do not ride when you are under
the influence of alcohol or drugs, including prescribed or over the counter
medications.
●Always ride at a speed appropriate for the conditions. High speed means higher
risk. Slow down and use caution in inclement weather, traffic, or uneven
surfaces, and any other condition that increases risk to you and/or others.
