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Bicycle safety tips

• Bike helmets are an essential element to bicycle safety
• Always wear an approved safety helmet before you ride
• Don’t ride double (unless you’re on a tandem, of course!)
• Never go in and out of traffic
• Don’t weave between parked cars or go between two cars
• Ride near the curb in the same direction of traffic
• Obey traffic signs and signals
• Make eye contact with drivers and RIDE DEFENSIVELY!! Assume that other drivers don’t see you
• Keep both hands on the handlebars (Don’t talk on your cell phone, eat or drink while operating a bicycle)
• Use lights and bright or reflective clothing at night
• Keep your bike in good repair
• Prevent bike theft: invest in a high quality U-style lock and make sure the bike’s frame is locked to the rack
• Register your bike with Parking Services (it’s free!)
• Ask Parking Services about higher security storage options (lockers and garage enclosures) on campus