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 Ride a bike that is the right size for you.- Check that the wheels aren't loose and your brakes work before each ride.
- When exiting a driveway, stop, look left, look right, look left again and exit only when there's no traffic.
- Carry no passengers (except on approved baby seats).
- Always check brakes and wheels, tighten handlebars, oil chain.
- Always wear your helmet when you ride your bike.
- Follow the rules of the road:
- Watch for Traffic.
- Ride on the RIGHT with the flow of traffic.
- Stop at all STOP signs and all traffic lights.
- Use proper hand signals to indicate turns.
- Do not ride in the wrong direction on one-way streets.
- Walk bike across major intersections.
- Give the right of way to pedestrians.
- Ride single file.
Three out of four serious injuries and deaths that occur in bicycle accidents are due to head injuries. Helmets are recommended -- look for the following:
- A stiff outer shell (minimum ½" thick energy-absorbing liner)
- Chin strap and fastener
- Lightweight
- Fit snugly, not tightly
- Should be worn on the top of the head, not pushed back
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