Cycling Safety Tips - by Ray Belbin (Level 1 Cycling Coach)
http://www.townsvillecycleclub.org.au

• Always use lights when riding in the dark. ALWAYS!

• ALWAYS WEAR BRIGHTLY COLOURED CLOTHING TO BE SEEN!

• BE PROACTIVE! Look behind regularly, try and anticipate traffic flow.

• This is SUNNY Australia! Skin cancer really does happen! So do as much as practible to protect your skin...

• DRINK PLENTY OF WATER. Cycling is a more active exercise than walking. As a minimum, ensure you have a drink at least every 15 mins. On a hot day could be 1 litre per hour. On a cold day you must still drink regularly.

• Use a long-sleeve shirt if out in the sun for long periods

• Use some sunscreen on other exposed parts of the body, such as legs, nose, back of neck

• Use gloves

• Keep to the left at all times - don't be lazy and meander out onto the road. CONCENTRATE!

• Always stretch legs after ride segments - save your back

• Reduce fatigue, take regular short breaks

• Check pedal cleats regularly for looseness or wear.