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Health News – Outdoor Bike Safety

Health News – Outdoor Bike Safety

Posted on Apr 14, 2022

Spring is finally here! Warm, sunny Spring days are perfect for exploring the outdoors on a bike. Here are some safety tips for you and your family: 

Protect heads with a helmet. A properly fitted and correctly worn bike helmet can make a dramatic difference, cutting the risk of serious head injury by up to 80 per cent. Fit the helmet properly.

Follow the 2V1 rule: two fingers above your eyebrow, straps form a ‘v’ under your ears, one finger space between strap and chin. 

Check your ride. Ensure all bikes are adjusted correctly for height. Also, get in the habit of doing a bike check before getting on, checking that the tires are inflated, and the brakes are working properly. 

Learn the rules of the road. Getting trained in bicycle safety and rules of the road is important for the safety of riders. Be sure to use appropriate hand signals and obey all traffic signs. 

Suggest family-friendly routes. Designated riding areas are in place for everyone’s safety. Using these routes is a great option for less experienced riders so they can build confidence and skills in a safe environment. 

Ride in the same direction as traffic. Always ride on the right side of the road, going in the same direction as traffic. You will be more visible to drivers who will be able to see your hand signals. If you are riding with your kids, have them follow your lead by biking single file and repeating all the hand signals you make. 

Make sure you’re seen and heard. Another important part of riding is making sure drivers can see you when it is not very light outside. Wearing bright, reflective cloth-ing and equipping a bike with flashing lights and reflectors helps increase visibility. A working bell is always a great idea to gain the attention of other riders and pedestrians to let them know you are close by or passing them. Using your voice works, too. 

April, 2022