Bicycle Safety
A bicycle is the best and most cost effective way for you to get around. There are many sports or bicycle stores that sell used bicycles. You can also check the local paper or online classified ads to find bicycles for sale in your area. Make sure that you purchase a bicycle helmet as well.
Motorists in the U.S. are not accustomed to sharing the road with bicycles, so it is very important that you are cautious and alert when riding a bicycle. Bicyclists are considered vehicle operators and are required to follow and obey traffic laws. Following these tips will help to make sure that your experience is a safe one:
- Wear a bicycle helmet
- Wear bright clothing
- Install reflectors and lights on the front and back of the bicycle, and always use lights at night
- Ride with the flow of traffic
- Bike on the road where cars will see you, not on sidewalks
- Use hand signals so others can anticipate your action
- Verify the bicycle is functioning properly before using it
For information on bicycle safety, proper hand signals, and more, check out the following websites:
Alexandra Biciuşca, 21 years
Am fost in vara anului curent (2010) in SUA (Gatlinburg TN) impreuna cu prietenul meu. Initial scopul nostru a fost sa vizitam America, dar si fara ca sa uitam de prima parte a programului W&T :))).