From the Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee (NASC)

Ruth Mooney, NASC Member

Bike Saftey– National Bike Month is in May

Check Your Equipment:

• Always inspect your bike prior to riding. • Plan to Be Seen. Wear neon, fluorescent or other bright clothing. • If you must ride at night, wear reflective clothing, and use flashing lights. Wear a Helmet:

Why? Because a helmet can prevent serious injury to your brain. Although helmets are not required by law statewide, most bicycle organizations and clubs agree bicyclists should always wear helmets.

• Ride predictably - Obey traffic

control devices (signs, signals, and lane markings).

• Enter streets and intersections

cautiously - Always check for oncoming traffic.

• Don’t ride on the sidewalk -

Many people consider sidewalks a safe place to ride. Unfortunately, sidewalks aren’t safe. Stay off them, except where you have no choice.

And, never pass a pedestrian until you have his or her attention. • Be visible and be seen - Wear bright colors to increase your visibility and make eye contact with drivers.

Stay Safe by following these Rules:

• Arizona Law requires motorist to give cyclist at least 3 feet of space when passing. • Ride single-file in the direction of traffic.

• Remain alert, keep your head up and look around; watch for opening car doors and other hazards.

• Use hand signals when turning and use extra care at intersections.

• If You Ride at Night: Arizona Law requires those riding a bike to have: a white headlight visible from at least 500 feet; a red rear reflector visible from 50 to 300 feet.

Be Safe, Bike Smart:

• When Biking always carry identification in case of an emergency. • Ride on the right - Always ride with the flow of traffic.

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