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Five Steps to Riding Better

1. Follow the Rules of the Road
• Ride with traffic and obey the same laws as motorists.
• Use the rightmost lane that heads in the direction
that you are traveling.
• Obey all traffic control devices, such as stop signs,
lights, and lane markings.
• Always look back and use hand and arm signals
to indicate your intention to stop, merge or turn.

2. Be Visible
• Ride where drivers can see you.
• Wear brightly colored clothing at all times.
• At night, use a white front light and red rear light
or reflector. Wear reflective tape or clothing.

3. Be Predictable
• Ride in a straight line and don’t swerve between
parked cars.
• Make eye contact with motorists to let them
know you are there.
• Do not ride on the sidewalk.

4. Anticipate Conflicts
• Be aware of traffic around you and be prepared
to take evasive action.
• Learn braking and turning techniques to
avoid crashes.
• Be extra alert at intersections.

5. Wear a Helmet
• Make sure that the helmet fits on top of your
head, not tipped back or forward.
• After a crash or any impact that affects your
helmet, visible or not, replace it immediately.

Follow the links to the right for a wealth of information for cyclist of all types and level of experience. If you don't find what you need under the main headings, visit the miscellaneous link for information on mountain biking, riding with kids, tandem bicycles, emergency maneuvers, and more!

If you are looking for courses to learn more, visit the Bike Education page and sign up for a League class!

The League has created five new 20-30 minute educational presentations that you can present to local businesses, recreational cyclists,

and beyond. The first presentation are divided into two categories: Commuting and Recreational Riding. Download the presentations below and share your love of cycling with others!

 

Commuting

Recreational

ABC Quick Check and Bike Fit, script

Changing Flats, script

Driving Your Bike, script

Riding for Parents, script

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The League's new book Smart Cycling: Promoting Safety, Fun, Fitness, and the Environment is perfect for new and returning cyclists. Smart Cycling, edited by League President Andy Clarke & published by Human Kinetics, covers what all bicyclists need for riding for fun, fitness and transportation.