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1. SAFET Y
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1.1. ATTENTION!
Please remember cycling can be a hazardous activity.
1.2. B efore each ride
check the bike
as described in Section 4.
1.3. W hen riding ,use individual means of protection.
Wear a helmet to protect your
head from injury, glasses will cover your eyes from dust and insects, gloves will save
your hands in case of fall.
1.4. B efore entering road traffic,study its rules.
Most countries and regions have their
own national regulations for cyclists. Here are the most crucial rules:
1.4.1.
Use appropriate hand signals.
1.4.2.
Ride along the required road side (never ride against tr
1.4.3.
If you’re in a team while on the road cycle one by one.
1.4.4.
Protect yourself (try to forecast unexpected). Remember: You are not always
visible; though cycling becomes more popular, many drivers do not know
bicycle signals.
1.5. B e careful when cycling on roads with dangerous surface. Please be careful
while riding on gravel roads.
1.5.1.
Make sure you’re allowed to ride there. Not all parks and private places are
opened for cyclists.
1.5.2.
Put on protective apparel, including helmet, glasses and gloves.
1.5.3.
Stubs, stones, potholes make ground cycling dangerous.
1.5.4.
When going down slow down, moving your body backwards and down-
wards; it’s advisable to use rear brake.
1.5.5.
Avoid rocks, branches and hollows.
Consider others. Use the bell to warn them you’re on the way.
1.6. U se brakes with care.
Always keep a safe distance when stopping behind other ve-
hicles or objects. Braking distance and power should correspond to road conditions
depending on weather. Use both brakes at the same time and avoid front brake
overusing.
1.7. Protect yourself.
Always be ready to face risk. Please remember you are less visible
to other cyclists, bikers and pedestrians than a car. Always be prepared to stop or
skirt.
