A Safety Tip from Amber Alert GPS
Riding a bicycle is a fun, healthy activity for both parents and children. But it is important to remember that a bicycle is not a toy; it’s a vehicle! When you are in the car with your children, point out cyclists that are modeling good biking behavior, and take the opportunity to talk about why bike safety is important.
To make sure your biking experiences always remain fun, here are a few tips that can help keep your kid safe:
· Always wear a helmet! Train your child from an early age that this is a life-saver. It's like wearing your seat belt in a car.
· Practice the correct hand signals with your young children so that it becomes second nature to them. Your local state transportation department website has instructions on the correct hand signals and other bike safety tips as well as the rules and regulations that pertain to cyclists.
· Obey all traffic signs and signals and never ride against the traffic. Motorists aren't looking for bicyclists riding on the wrong side of the road. Whenever possible, ride your bike in the bike lane.
· Wear bright colored clothing or reflective gear, especially if you ride your bike at night. Make sure that the bike has reflectors on it too.
· Walk your bike across busy intersections, always staying inside the crosswalk.
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