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How To Ride a Bicycle Safely
Proper Gear and Practices • A proper helmet can reduce head injuries by about 85 percent. Always wear a helmet with a label stating that it meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission standard. Select a helmet that fits snugly and sits flat on your head. Discard a helmet after it sustains a blow. Even a slight blow can affect impact absorbing foam. • Take a safety course. One organization offering courses for all ages is the League of American Bicyclists at (202) 822-1333. • Know and obey traffic regulations, signs, signals, and markings. • Ride a bicycle that “fits” your body and riding needs. Learn about the proper fit for your style of bike in our “Detailed Info About Bicycle…