| Bicycling is one of the most enjoyable forms of | | | | children and pets by scanning each side street and |
| transportation - and can be the safest if the cyclist | | | | residential areas. |
| respects the rules of the roads and other motorists on | | | | 6. When traffic is stop and go - you - the cyclist, can |
| the road. | | | | move as fast as the vehicles in the traffic. Don't |
| The following tips are all suggestions for ensuring the | | | | weave in and out of the vehicles in traffic. Ride well |
| safety of the cyclist - as well as any others traveling | | | | into the lane when the traffic is stop and go. If you hug |
| on the road either on another cycle or in motor vehicle. | | | | the curb, you are less visible and it is tempting for |
| 1. Make the motorist know you are there - where | | | | drivers to squeeze by. |
| bright colors at all times and have front and rear lights | | | | 7. Don't try to gain ground at red lights by passing a line |
| on your bike after dusk and before dawn or in | | | | of cars on your left. It is illegal and can cause an |
| inclement weather. | | | | accident if the first car is making a right on red or if |
| 2. Ride defensively and be predictable so motorists | | | | oncoming traffic has a green arrow allowing them to |
| know that you know what you are doing and feel | | | | make a left turn crossing in front of you and the |
| comfortable on the road with you. Be courteous and | | | | vehicles stopped along side of you. Wait out the red |
| respectful of the rules of the road and conditions at | | | | light and proceed with the same actions as a motor |
| any location. | | | | vehicle. |
| 3. Don't weave in and out of empty spaces on the | | | | 8. Be aware of sun glare in early morning and late in |
| side of the road between any parked vehicles. Others | | | | the day. Not only will it hinder your clear view of the |
| on the road cannot see you and predict what you are | | | | road, but it hinders the motorists too and they may not |
| going to do. Cycle in a straight line parallel with the | | | | see you. If possible, alter your route so that you don't |
| traffic and with parked cars. | | | | ride directly into the sun. |
| 4. Use hand signals for turns, lane changes and stops. | | | | In summary, always keep in mind, IF A MOTORIST |
| Use your left arm with a finger pointed for left turns | | | | CAN'T SEE YOU - THEY CAN'T AVOID YOU! Be |
| and right arm with a finger pointed for right turns. It | | | | aware of your surroundings and while pedaling always |
| helps gain mutual respect between the cyclist and | | | | be prepared to brake. |
| motorists. | | | | By following these simple tips, your bike ride will be a |
| 5. As with motorists, be aware of your surroundings as | | | | safer and less stressful trip. Happy Cycling! |
| you ride your bike. Always be aware of other cars, | | | | |