Safe Cycling Checklist

• OBEY all signs and signals.
• WALK your bike across the street.
• CROSS the street at the corner
• NEVER ride after dark or in bad weather.
• NEVER "double" your friends or hang on to moving vehicles.
• WEAR bright clothing and reflective gear to help cars see you.
• IMPORTANT NOTE: Only a well-fitted bicycle helmet can properly protect your child's head.
• STOP and LOOK left, right and left again before entering traffic
  (roadways, driveways, sidewalks, alleys or parking lots).
• STAY on the right-hand side of the road, and ride in the same direction as traffic.
• ALWAYS ride single file.
• ALWAYS use your hand signals:

  TURN LEFT: Left arm straight out.	TURN RIGHT: Left arm out and hand up, like you're saying "Hi".	STOP: Left arm out, hand down at your side

IS YOUR BIKE IN SAFE CONDITION?

• Tires are inflated properly.
• Seat secure and adjusted properly.
• Brakes are working properly.
• Bell or horn.
• Chain is oiled and tight.
• Front reflector.
• Pedal reflector.
• Rear reflector.
  

IS YOUR BIKE THE RIGHT SIZE FOR YOU?

• Does it fit?
• You can touch the ground while seated.
• The handle bars are within reach and easy to turn.

NOTE: If you're unsure about any of these, visit your local bike shop.

Call 920-5630 or Email MED@yellowknife.ca for more information.