BIKE BASICS
What is the most important piece of safety equipment when riding a bike?
Helmet
How do you indicate you are stopping?
Left arm 90* down
Is it safe to walk or ride with headphones in both ears?
No, have one headphone out
True or False: Texting while walking is safe
False
You’re about to cross but a car is coming fast: What do you do?
Wait
Should you always wear a helmet?
Yes
Which side of the road should you ride on?
The right
Should you assume drivers see you?
No
What is “distracted walking”?
Not paying attention due to phone/headphones/etc
Your friend is biking without a helmet: What should you do?
Encourage them to wear one, give them one to wear
How do you indicate you are turning right?
Left arm up 90*, or right arm out
What types of lights do you need on your bike?
A white light in the front and a red light in the back
Phone Down
Name one danger of biking at night without lights
Drivers can’t see you
Your helmet cracks: Do you buy a new one or keep using the cracked one?
How do you fit your helmet?
2 V 2 V 2 rule
When riding on a bicycle, should you follow the same rules as if you were driving a car?
Yes
What is one safe alternative to using your phone while walking?
Stop walking before using it, or put phone away
What can happen to your brain if you do not wear a helmet?
Concussion, brain injury, or death
It’s dark and you forgot reflective gear: What’s the safest move?
Stay in well-lit areas / avoid riding
What does ABC quick check stand for?
Air, brakes, chain
Where should you ride your bicycle if there is no bike lane?
What type of clothes should you wear at night?
Reflective
What percentage of pedestrian fatalities occur each year during the dark?
80%
When walking on the road: Do you walk against traffic or with it?
Against traffic