National Safety Council: May 2017 National Bicycle Safety Month

Bicycle

May is National Bicycle Safety Month.  And with the warm weather upon us, more people are on their bikes. So here are some great rules of the road.

  • Get acquainted with traffic laws; cyclists must follow the same rules as motorists
  • Know your bike’s capabilities
  • Ride single-file in the direction of traffic, and watch for opening car doors and other hazards
  • Use hand signals when turning and use extra care at intersections
  • Never hitch onto cars
  • Before entering traffic, stop and look left, right, left again and over your shoulder
  • Wear bright clothing and ride during the day
  • If night riding can’t be avoided, wear reflective clothing
  • Make sure the bike is equipped with reflectors on the rear, front, pedals and spokes
  • A horn or bell and a rear-view mirror, as well as a bright headlight, also is recommended

And if you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident, call The Jaklitsch Law Group to speak with one of our attorneys.

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