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BIKE BASICS –
The AAA Guide to a Great Ride
FREEDOM ON WHEELS
Bicycles can be considered symbols of independence and freedom. They are also fun, providing riders a “greener,” healthier form of transportation. Bicycles are also considered vehicles, and riders have a responsibility each time they take to the road.
Every year, hundreds of cyclists are killed and tens of thousands more are injured in preventable crashes. The majority of severe injury and fatal crashes involve cars, but crashes also occur on driveways, sidewalks and bike paths. Most bicycle crashes happen near the home.
You can minimize risk, maximize fun and enjoy the freedom of bicycling by understanding the importance of wearing proper safety gear, bike maintenance and operating a bike safely.
THREE STEPS TO A GOOD FIT
For comfort and safety, focus on three elements: size, seat and steering.
SIZE – Stand over the bike and make sure there is clearance between you
and the top tube...an inch or so for a road bike, or three to five inches for a mountain bike. When sitting on the seat, your feet should just be able to touch the ground without the bike leaning to either side.
SEAT – While you are seated, your leg should be slightly bent when the pedal is at its lowest rotation – not too cramped, not too stretched. Seats that are adjusted too low can cause knee pain; and seats set too high can cause hamstring pain.
STEERING – Position standard handlebars above the center bar, with grips at or above seat level. Position dropped handlebars (below the center bar) so the upper part of the bar is level with, or slightly below, the seat and tilted down. Adjust your handlebars so that 70 percent of your weight is on the seat and 30 percent is on the handlebars. Make sure your grips are not missing or loose.
CHOOSING A HELMET
Wear a helmet on every ride, no matter how short the ride or how close to home. In the event of a fall or crash, bicycle helmets reduce the risk of brain injury by up to 85 percent. In 2009, 91 percent of bicyclists killed (all ages) were not wearing a helmet. Wear a helmet specifically designed for bicycle riding. The helmet should meet the safety standards established by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The helmet should fit comfortably and snug, but not too tight. It should sit on your head so that the front rim is just above your eyebrows. If the helmet rests farther back, your forehead will be exposed, providing less protection from head injury.
Remember – we all have places to go – let’s get there safely and respect one another when sharing the road. Contact AAA Northampton County regarding the availability of bike safety and other traffic safety materials.
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