Bike Safety Archives • Average Joe Cyclist https://averagejoecyclist.com/tag/bike-safety/ A Blog for Average People who LOVE to ride bikes! Wed, 26 Mar 2025 22:22:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 15693361 Top 10 Tips to Not Get Hit by a Car on Your Bike https://averagejoecyclist.com/not-get-hit-by-cars/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/not-get-hit-by-cars/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:08:31 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39168 To avoid falls, stay AWAY from the gutters. Bike safetyHere is a must-read post about bike safety, with 10 excellent tips on how NOT to get hit with a car by a motorist. This post will provide you with practical tips to help you to stay safe on your bike.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/not-get-hit-by-cars/feed/ 2 39168 The 7 Biggest Mistakes People Make When They Try to Start Bike Commuting https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-bike-commuting-mistakes/ Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:08:23 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=17237 Which is the Best Garmin Edge Bike Computer?Many people set out to do bike commuting, and then give up because it just does not work out. That's not because they can't do it. It's just because they make some beginner mistakes. Here are the top 7 most common mistakes that people make when they try to become bike commuters. Read our post to learn how to avoid these all too common mistakes.

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]]> 17237 Safe Winter Cycling – How to Cycle Safely in the Winter https://averagejoecyclist.com/safe-winter-cycling-2/ Sat, 09 Dec 2023 13:08:58 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39826 Winter cycling can be challenging, especially if you live in a climate that gets both cold AND wet. However, safe winter cycling is possible and even enjoyable, with careful planning and a little expense. Comfortable, safe winter cycling comes down to preparing your bike, preparing yourself, and having the right equipment. Here is a complete guide to safe winter cycling.

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]]> 39826 How to Use Bike Reflectors to Be More Visible https://averagejoecyclist.com/how-to-use-bike-reflectors-to-be-more-visible-2/ Sun, 03 Dec 2023 13:08:06 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38414 How to use bike reflectors to be more visible to other road users at night. This is a cheap and easy way to make cycling in the dark safer - just invest in a little reflective tape! You could save your life for ten dollars.

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]]> 38414 6 Steps to Gently Train Your Dog to Go On Bike Rides With You https://averagejoecyclist.com/how-to-train-your-dog-to-go-on-bike-rides/ Wed, 24 May 2023 15:05:59 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=26871 How to Gently Train Your Dog to Go On Bike Rides With YouHere is a step by step process to gently train your dog to go on bike rides with you. Follow these steps, and soon your dog should be enjoying going on bike rides with you!

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]]> 26871 7 Tips for Parents to Keep your Kids Safe on their Bikes https://averagejoecyclist.com/5-tips-keep-your-kids-safe-on-bikes/ Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:08:45 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=32153 Make sure your kids dress appropriately for cyclingIn this post, we offer 7 useful tips for parents to help keep their kids safe when they are riding their bikes. The best part is that most of our tips involve spending time with your kids, whether it be cycling, or fixing bikes. These activities could end up being some of your child's most cherished memories of their childhood.

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]]> 32153 The 11 Most Important Things I’ve Learned about Bike Commuting https://averagejoecyclist.com/10-tips-bike-commuting/ Sun, 01 May 2022 12:08:45 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=16131 Bike commuting is a great way to keep fit year round - but to succeed you have to be organized and have a great game plan. Here are my top 11 tips for successful bike commuting. These are the 11 most important things I have learned about bike commuting during decades of experience.

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]]> 16131 7 Helpful Tips for New Bike Commuters – Don’t Start Bike Commuting Until You Read This! https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-tips-for-new-bike-commuters/ Sun, 24 Apr 2022 12:08:34 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=24647 7 Helpful Tips for New Bike Commuters - Don't Start Bike Commuting Until You Read This!Have you ever thought about ditching your car and riding a bike to work? It’s a great idea! Not only does it keep you healthy, but it will also cut down on your carbon footprint. And cut your stress too. In this post, we have 7 helpful tips for new bike commuters that will make it easier for you to get on your bike and get going.

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]]> 24647 How to Choose the Best Bike Light https://averagejoecyclist.com/how-to-choose-bike-light/ Tue, 21 Dec 2021 17:21:45 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39247 The Light & Motion Urban 350 also offers an efficient light beam with widely dispersed light, for a good view of the road aheadA great bike light is essential for cycling – both for seeing, and for being seen. But with so many great bike lights on the market, how do you choose the best one? Read this post to find out exactly how to choose the best bike light for bike commuting.

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]]> 39247 How to Set Up a Commuter Bike https://averagejoecyclist.com/how-to-set-up-your-commuter-bike/ Fri, 30 Jul 2021 20:53:24 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38211 My current commuter bike, which is an adapted Specialized TricrossAre you planning to set up a commuter bike? This post has all the information you need to set up a commuter bike to meet your needs, including how to choose a suitable bike, and how to equip it with essential accessories for safe and comfortable bike commuting.

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