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PART II
WARNING LABEL
We urge you to locate the warning label on your bike.
It contains important information that you and anyone
else who rides your bike should read and follow.
Do not remove it. If you bought an older bike or are
renishing one of our bikes, contact us for a no charge
replacement.
Figure 19.
RIDING IN TRAFFIC,
COMMUTING
WARNING
RIDING IN TRAFFIC (AND
COMMUTING) IS HAZARDOUS AND
YOU CAN BE SEVERELY INJURED OR
KILLED DOING IT.
As noted in PART I of this manual, you must
learn and obey local trac laws. Riding in trac
is hazardous. We cannot teach you about all of
these hazards.
We suggest:
■ Eective Cycling (ISBN 0-262-06159-7) by
John Forester.
■ And, www.bicyclesafe.com by Michael
Bluejay “How to Not Get Hit by Cars:
Important lessons on Bicycle Safety”
Here are just some important topics you
must consider:
Trac Law, Accidents,Intersections,
Commuting And Utility Cycling Where To Ride,
On Roadway,Changing Lanes In Trac,Riding
At Night, Improving Your Odds With Safety,
Lighting , And Weather Equipment
Many bike clubs conduct training programs and
workshops that focus on these and other safe
cycling topics. Ask at your local bike shop. Seek
the advice of an experienced bicycle commuter at
your retailer.