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10 Smart Rules
  1. Protect Your Head Wear a helmet.
10 Smart Rules
  1. Act like a Car Drivers are used to the patterns of other drivers. Don’t weave in and out of traffic. The more predictably you ride, the safer you are. Check for traffic. Be aware of traffic around you.
10 Smart Rules
  1. Stay Visible If drivers can see you, they are less likely to hit you. Use lights when biking at night or in low-light conditions.
10 Smart Rules
  1. Don’t Get Distracted Don’t listen to music or talk on the phone while riding.
10 Smart Rules
  1. Look, Signal & Look Again Use hand signals to let drivers and other bicyclists know where you’re going. Look and make eye contact. Don’t assume drivers will stop.
10 Smart Rules
  1. Obey all Traffic Laws & Lights
10 Smart Rules
  1. Stay Alert Keep a lookout for obstacles in your path.
10 Smart Rules
  1. Assure Bicycle Readiness Is your bicycle properly adjusted? Is your saddle in a comfortable position?
10 Smart Rules
  1. Go with the Flow Bike in the direction of traffic.
10 Smart Rules
  1. Do a Quick Bicycle Test Check your brakes and your wheels. Make sure that “quick release” wheels are properly secured.