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Resources Maintenance Riding Quick start Safety
Avoid hazards
Watch for cars, pedestrians, and other cy-
clists. Assume others do not see you and
be prepared to avoid them or their actions
such as opening a door in your path.
Ride carefully. Ride only on bike paths or
paved roads. Avoid rocks, branches, or
depressions.
Do not ride with a loose object or pet’s
leash attached to the handlebar or other
part of your bicycle.
Watch for and avoid road hazards like pot-
holes, drain grates, soft or low shoulders,
or debris that could impact your wheels,
make your wheels slide, cause your
wheels to “lock up,” or catch your wheels
in a rut, all of which could cause you to
lose control. If you’re uncertain of the road
conditions, walk your bike.
When you cross railroad tracks or drain
grates, approach them carefully and cross
them at a 90-degree angle to keep your
wheels from getting caught in the ruts.
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Respect the weather
Take extra precautions when you ride in
wet or snowy weather, because the grip of
your tires is greatly reduced.
Braking distances increase in wet
weather. In wet weather, apply your brakes
earlier and use extra caution than when
riding in dry conditions.
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