CYCLING BASICS:
STAY SAFE OUT THERE
EQUIPMENT BASICS (FOR THE RIDE)
• Helmet
• Water bottle
• ID • Credit card and cash
• Cell phone
• Spare tube(s)
• Pump/CO2 cartridge
• Tire levers
• Multi-tool
• Sunglasses
• Cycling shorts
• Jersey with pockets
• Arm/leg/knee warmers
• Toe covers
• Food
• Sunblock
• Chapsti ck


ROAD RIDING 101
• Ride with traffic
• Know your state/local traffic laws
• Use hand signals
• If you want to ride behind a stranger, ask permission first
• Right pedal down on left turns, left pedal down on right turns
• Wear bright color jerseys to increase visibility
• Avoid car doors when riding on streets with cars parked on them. When approaching a vehicle from the rear, look for heads. If you see people’s heads, be aware that they may be opening their door at any time and may not see you. • Visit sites like bicycling.com for more safety tips. http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/injury-prevention/ ride-smart


GROUP RIDING
• Use hand signals to warn other cyclists of obstacles in the road
• Don’t cross wheels with the person in front of you
• Group etiquette (pulls, att acks, etc.) • Keep your line (no swerving) • Stay alert


IF YOU’VE MASTERED THE RULES OF THE ROAD, TRY THIS..
• Mountain biking – improves balance
• Racing (visit usacycling.org to find a race near you)
• Bike commuting • Get your friends/co-workers to start biking
• Watch the pros

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