{"id":524,"date":"2017-04-30T13:26:16","date_gmt":"2017-04-30T13:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/prestigeimports\/?p=524"},"modified":"2024-06-05T09:25:52","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T09:25:52","slug":"5-bike-riding-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prestigeimports.com\/blog\/5-bike-riding-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Bike Riding Safety Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

While it\u2019s undoubtedly cars, trucks and — believe it or not — boats that paint the broader portrait of Prestige Imports, we\u2019re also a pretty active bunch over here. This means that we regularly get out for a bike ride, and given the hectic nature of North Miami Beach, this can offer its own set of challenges from a safety standpoint. So, how can we help to be safer on our bikes?<\/p>\n

5 Bike Riding Safety Tips<\/h2>\n

Light Up<\/h3>\n

This may seem annoyingly obvious, but it\u2019s startling to know how many accidents could be avoided if bicyclists had simply made themselves more visible. Bike shops sell inexpensive front and rear lights, and they generally retail for under $15. Most also now use LED lights, so they last longer than they did previously.<\/p>\n

Avoid the Busiest Streets<\/h3>\n

It isn\u2019t always easy to stay off of busy streets when trying to get from A to B, but it\u2019s definitely a lot safer when you try. Cars often don\u2019t see bicycles when they\u2019re on the road, even though two-wheels have every right to be there. So, if at all possible, look for routes that avoid busier streets, and only use major thoroughfares when absolutely necessary.<\/p>\n

Read More: How to Avoid Auto Theft<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Use the Whole Lane Whenever Possible<\/h3>\n

There are different schools of thought on this; some think it\u2019s better to hug the edge of the road, but we\u2019d advise otherwise. Wherever you happen to be on the road, you\u2019re still forcing cars to go around you. That\u2019s why you may as well make yourself as visible to motorists as possible.<\/p>\n

Read More: Safe Driving in Severe Weather<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Signal Before Turning<\/h3>\n

There was a time when everyone knew the common signals for turning, but that time has mostly passed. Instead, just extend your left arm if you\u2019re turning that way, or your right if you\u2019re heading in that direction. Believe us, motorists will understand.<\/p>\n

Avoid Your Phone<\/h3>\n

It can be tempting to jam your favorite tunes when you\u2019re on a bike ride, but this is an unnecessary distraction. Particularly when you\u2019re biking through traffic, avoid being on your phone for any reason.<\/p>\n

Are there any other safety tips that you\u2019d like to offer? If so, leave them in the comments below, and come see us soon at Prestige Imports<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

While it\u2019s undoubtedly cars, trucks and — believe it or not — boats that paint the broader portrait of Prestige Imports, we\u2019re also a pretty active bunch over here. This means that we regularly get out for a bike ride, and given the hectic nature of North Miami Beach, this can offer its own set […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8594,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[51],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n