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PART 2
Warning Label
Section A. Important Safety Information
GT Bicycle Owner’s Manual
Warning Label
We urge you to locate the warning label on your
bike. It contains important information that you
and anyone else who rides your bike should read
and follow.
Do not remove it. If you bought an older bike or
are refinishing one of our bikes, contact us for a
no charge replacement.
Figure 19.
Riding In Traffic, Commuting
WARNING
Riding in traffic (and commuting) is
hazardous and you can be severely injured or
killed doing it.
As noted in PART I of this manual, you must
learn and obey local traffic laws. Riding in
traffic is hazardous. We cannot teach you
about all of these hazards.
We suggest:
■ Effective Cycling (ISBN 0-262-06159-7) by
John Forester.
■ And, www.bicyclesafe.com by Michael
Bluejay “How to Not Get Hit by Cars:
Important lessons on Bicycle Safety”
Here are just some important topics you must
consider:
Traffic Law, Accidents,Intersections,
Commuting And Utility Cycling Where To Ride,
On Roadway,Changing Lanes In Traffic,Riding
At Night, Improving Your Odds With Safety,
Lighting , And Weather Equipment
Many bike clubs conduct training programs
and workshops that focus on these and other
safe cycling topics. Ask at your local bike
shop. Seek the advice of an experienced
bicycle commuter at your retailer.
