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Helmet on, now what?
Riding a bike that is the right size for you also help keeps you safe. When you are on your bicycle, stand straddling the top bar of your bike so that both feet are flat on the ground. There should be 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 centimeters) of space between you and the top bar. Here’s a safety checklist your mom or dad can help you do: Make sure your seat, handlebars, and wheels fit tightly. Check and oil your chain regularly. Check your brakes to be sure they work well and aren’t sticking. Check your tires to make sure they have enough air and the right tire pressure.
Be seen, Be safe!
Wear bright clothes and put reflectors on your bike can help you stay safe. It will help other people on the road see you.
You’ll also want to make sure that nothing will get caught in your bike chain, such as loose pant legs, backpack straps, or shoelaces. Wear the right shoes, sneakers, when you bike. Never wear sandals, shoes with heels, and cleats, they will not help you grip the pedals. Mom’s never let your child go riding barefoot! You might want to get some riding gloves, they may help you grip the handlebars better.
No!! No!!
Be sure to avoid wearing headphones because the music can distract you from noises around you.
Where to ride
You need to check with yours parents where you’re are allowed to ride your bike. You need to know how far you’re allowed to go and whether you should ride on the sidewalk on in the street. Either way, you need to keep an eye out for cars and trucks. Even if you’re just riding on sidewalk, a car may pull out of its driveway into the path of your bike. If you’re crossing a busy road, it’s best to walk your bike across the street.
A bike path free of cars is a great choice if there’s one in your area. Just remember to share the path with the other riders, walkers, and strollers who also might be using it! And if you’re going on a long ride, remember to take some water along with you. And no matter where you ride, keep an eye on the road ahead so you can be prepared for big hills and road obstacles.
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