You’ve already got some great tips on how to stay safe cycling in the city. So you’re almost ready to hop on that bike, you eco-friendly rider, you. But first, it’s time to see if you’re a Vision Hero and test your biking #StreetSmarts.
1
Don't underestimate car doors. How many feet away should you ride from parked cars?
Seven
Five
Two
If you do get "doored," it's the driver's fault. But that doesn't mean it won't hurt.
2
You're riding around the city and you're over 13. Where do you ride?
The sidewalk
The street, riding against traffic
The street, riding with traffic
Generally you want to stay in the street, especially if there's a bike lane, unless it's safer to do otherwise. And ride WITH traffic, not AGAINST it.
3
You're heading into a store to grab a bottle of water. It's going to be a few minutes, tops. Should you lock up your bike?
Yeah -- unfortunately, bike theft is a problem.
Nah, it should be okay for a few minutes.
Even if it will only be out of sight for a minute, ya' gotta lock it up. You don't want your $1 bottle of water to cost you your $300 bike.
4
True or false: When I'm biking, I automatically have the right of way and don't need to follow signs or signals or yield to cars and walkers.
True. Just roll with it!
False. The rules of the road apply to everyone, including bikers!
And even when you have the right of way, remember not every driver follows those rules. Make sure to stay alert!
Always stay where a big truck (and everyone else on the road) can see you. Those blind spots are deadly.
6
When riding on a 1-way city street and there's no bike lane, it's better to ...
Ride on the right side.
Ride on the left side.
On the left side, you're on the passenger side of a parked car. Most cars are single passenger: the driver. So you're less likely to get 'doored'. #protip
7
"Sharrows" tell bikers and ______ that they're sharing the road.
Other Drivers
Pedestrians
Skateboarders
When you see those little double arrows, pay extra attention.
8
Many cities require night bike riders to have:
Red rear reflectors
A white headlight in front
A red tail light in back
All of the above
It could be the law. And more importantly, those big, heavy cars will be able to see you and avoid hitting you. (Cat rainbow lights are optional.)
9
True or false: More kids go to the emergency room for biking-related crashes than for any other sport.
True
False
PUT THE HELMET ON. And make sure it fits. You look cooler than you think. Promise.
