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BEFORE RIDING
8. Keep to the RIGHT SIDE of the road. Follow the traffic flow in a straight line close to the
curb. Watch out for opening car doors and cars moving in and out of traffic. Use caution at
intersections.
9. Never carry passengers. This is dangerous and it makes the bicycle harder to control.
Never carry anything that can inhibit your ability to control the bicycle or see the road.
10. When riding in pairs or in larger groups, form a single line along the right side of the
road. Set up a sensible distance between riders. Don’t follow too closely.
11. Always be alert. Animals or people may dart in front of you. Give pedestrians the right-
of-way. Don’t ride too close to pedestrians, and don’t park your bicycle where it can get in
the way of foot/vehicle traffic.
12. Be careful at all intersections. Slow down and look both ways before crossing.
13. Use hand signals. Always let other drivers and pedestrians know what you are going to
do. Signal 100 ft. before turning unless your hand is needed to control the bike.
14. WARNING: NIGHT TIME OPERATION: We do NOT recommend riding your bike at night.
If you have an emergency that requires you to ride at night you must have proper lights and
reflectors. NEVER ride at night without a helmet, taillight, a white front reflector, a red rear
reflector, pedal reflectors and white wheel reflectors. You must be able to clearly see the
surface where you are riding and be seen by others.
15. Never hitch rides. Never hold onto moving vehicles while riding. Never stunt ride or
jump on your bike.
16. ON AND OFF ROAD OPERATION: Avoid the following road hazards: drain grates,
pot holes, ruts, soft road edges, gravel, leaves (especially when they are wet), uneven
pavement, railroad crossings, manhole covers, curbs, speed bumps, puddles, and debris as
all have an effect on your riding and may result in loss of control. Adjust your speed and the
way you use your brakes if you must ride in such areas.
17. If any components becomes loose while riding, (STOP!!) immediately and tighten, or
bring to a mechanic for repair.
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