This growing page is to assist our riders. Feel free to help yourself to these resources.
AustinBike.com
Austin Adventure racers
Cyclingnews.com
Austin Cycling Association
Texas Bicycle Coalition
Onechick.com
Weather.com
Some tips for riders:
Always check your tires for proper pressure and ensure that your brakes and gears are in working order. Also, don't forget to lube the chain and other parts of the drive train before and after each ride.
Doing these small things can make a big difference in your riding experience.
Basic Safety Rules for the Road
1. Ride on the right
Always ride in the same direction as traffic. Use the lane furthest to the right that heads in the direction that you are traveling. Slower moving cyclists and motorists stay to the right.
2. On the road
The same laws that apply to motorists apply to cyclists. Obey all traffic control devices, such as stop signs, lights, and lane markings. Always use hand signals to indicate your intention to stop or turn.
3. Always wear a properly fitting helmet
Ensure that the helmet fits snugly and sits squarely on top of the head, not tipped back.
Always wear a helmet while riding a bike, no matter how short the trip. After a crash or any impact that affects your helmet, whether damage is visible or not, replace it immediately.
4. Ride predictably
Ride in a straight line and don't swerve in the road or between parked cars. Check for oncoming traffic before entering any street or intersection. Anticipate hazards and adjust your position in traffic accordingly.
5. Be visible
Wear brightly colored clothing at night, use a white front light, red rear light and reflector and reflective tape or clothing. Make eye contact with motorists to let them know you are there.
Tip courtesy of the League of American Bicyclists bikeleague.org
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