2013 Bike Month has arrived - Happy Bike Month to you!
It's a beautiful warm spring day. The sun is shining, the sky is blue, the temperature is just right...what better than a family bike ride! You've gotten the bikes out of the shed, filled the water bottles, and mapped out your route (using the Bikepath Country App of course). But, before you take that ride, let's talk a little bit about bike safety!
There are multiple levels of bike safety, like developing the proper riding skills and bike maintenance!
Today we'll take some time to focus on one of the simple, yet incredibly important aspects of bike safety, the helmet!
When you get in a car, the first thing you do is put on your seat belt. Think of your helmet as the seat belt of your bike!
Make sure your helmet fits properly:
- Your helmet should not be too tight, or too loose, but sit comfortably on your head.
- Stay away from wearing a hat under your helmet as this can mess with the fit.
- Make sure your helmet is snug, and that it doesn't bounce around while you ride.
Helmet Positioning:
- The helmet should sit level on your head
- The helmet should cover your forehead and sit just above your eyebrows.
- Make sure the buckle is fastened under your chin (we don't want a flyway helmet!!)
Helmet Replacement:
You should consider replacing your helmet if -
- It hits the ground, or becomes dented or chipped;
- If the foam begins to harden, tear, or crumble;
- or if the fit is no longer correct (maybe your head grew?)
Stay tuned for more safety tips, and bike route ideas from Bikepath Country as Bike Month continues! Happy, Safe Riding to you!
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