Read, Stay Safe, Enjoy Biking.

 

 

 

 

Rules of the Road

• Bike on the road in the same direction as traffic.
• Stop at red lights and stop signs, and obey other traffic signs (i.e. one-way street, yield, etc.), just like you would in a car.
• Use marked bike paths or lanes when they’re available.
• When traveling with children, be extra safe.

Safety Gear

• Helmet.
• Bell or horn.
• White headlight and red taillight when riding around sunrise, sunset, or at night
• Working brakes
• Reflectors on the front and back.

Good Habits for Busy Streets

• Put down the phone.
• Ride in a straight line.
• Stay on the Left side of the lane
• Stay out of drivers’ blind spots.
• Always keep at least one hand on the handlebars.
• Signal well
  
  • To turn left, extend the left arm straight out from your side, parallel to the ground.
  • To turn right, extend the left arm out straight from the shoulder with the elbow bent and the left hand pointing straight up. The arm should form an “L” shape.
  • To slow down, extend the left arm out straight from the shoulder with the elbow bent and the left hand pointing straight down. It’s the opposite of the right-hand turn.
• Don’t drink and bike
• Stay visible.
• Consider sporting a mirror.
• Travel with a mini tool kit.
• Check local municipal and state traffic laws.