SAFETY TIPS

FOLLOW THE LAW

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Your safety and image of bicyclists depend on you. You have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers. Obey traffic signals and stop signs. Ride with traffic; use the rightmost lane headed in the direction you are going.

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BE PREDICTABLE

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Make your intentions clear to everyone on the road. Ride in a straight line and don’t swerve between parked cars. Signal turns, and check behind you well before turning or changing lanes.

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BE CONSPICUOUS

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Ride where people can see you and wear bright clothing. Use a front white light, red rear light and reflectors when visibility is poor. Make eye contact with others and don’t ride on sidewalks.

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THINK AHEAD

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Think ahead—because it makes every ride safer and smoother. Good cycling means looking beyond your front wheel and noticing what’s coming up the road. By spotting hazards early, planning your line, and signaling your intentions, you avoid sudden moves and ride more predictably. Thinking ahead saves energy, keeps the group together, and helps everyone enjoy the ride and get home safely.

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RIDE READY

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Anticipate what drivers, pedestrians, and other people on bikes will do next. Watch for turning vehicles and ride outside the door zone of parked cars. Look out for debris, potholes, and other road hazards. Cross railroad tracks at right angles.