What are some basic tips for riding safely ?
These tips are from a Los Angeles Times article: Bicyclists should stay on the defensive to stay safe. • Be visible: Wear bright clothing and ride in motorists’ line of sight. Always use a front and rear light at night. • Ride predictably: Never weave in and out of cars or make sudden moves. Use hand signals to indicate your intentions to motorists and following riders. • Claim your space: Ride too far to the right and you blend into the surroundings. You also put yourself in the risky debris and gutter zone. • Make eye contact: Never assume the motorist sees you. Even if you’re in the line of sight, the driver may not register you. Look for a nod or glance that indicates that you’ve been seen. You may need to wave at the motorists to get their attention. • Be wary of parked cars: Ride the distance of a door-length from parked cars and be on the lookout for people inside them. Cyclists have been killed by car doors swinging open. Also look out for parked cars suddenly pulling out into
