Bicycle Safety

While it is great to see families enjoying each other on their bikes again, many do not know the proper safety precautions and are not wearing helmets or riding safely. Riding with (not against) traffic, riding in single file while on main roads, knowing to yield or stop before entering crossroads.

Bicycle Safety Tips:

• Wear a helmet that fits properly. A bicycle helmet shout fit comfortable and snug. Helmet straps should always be buckled. Click here for easy steps to properly fit a helmet.
• Help drivers to see you. Wear light or bright colored clothing. Make sure your bike is equipped with reflectors.
• Ride on the ride side of the road, with the flow of traffic.
• When riding in a group, form a single line on the right-hand side of the roadway. Be sure to leave plenty of room between you and the bike in front of you, in case you need to stop suddenly.
• Don’t take chances and don’t wear headphones. Watch what is going on around you. Safe bicycle riding requires your full attention.
• Do not talk on a cell phone while riding a bicycle. Pull over to a safe place to use a phone while on a bike.
• Click here to view a video on proper road positioning and hand signals.