Our Top 5 Tips for a Safe Bike Commute
Have you noticed more bikes on the road? Or perhaps you have decided to bring your bike out of the garage. Is it because May is National Bike Month? Or maybe you have started to ride your bike to work because of Bike to Work Week and Bike to Work Day. Both of which were last week. If these events have inspired you to start bike commuting, you should read on for our top 5 tips for a safe bike commute.
We hope your bike commute is safe and enjoyable. If you are injured in a bicycle accident, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer. A personal injury lawyer will help to protect your rights and ensure you receive maximum compensation. Anthem Injury Lawyers has a dedicated team of lawyers and staff ready to help you win your bicycle accident case. Insurance companies are not motivated to pay you significant compensation. You need an experienced Las Vegas bicycle accident lawyer to fight for your rights. Our bicycle accident lawyers offer decades of experience; the experience you need to receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries. You’ll get one opportunity to pursue the compensation you are entitled to as a Las Vegas bicycle accident victim. Now is not the time to go it alone against parties who do not have your best interests in mind. Our personal injury lawyers put you in the best position to win the compensation you deserve. Contact Anthem Injury Lawyers today at (702) 857-6000 to schedule a free consultation.
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Our Top 5 Tips for a Safe Bike Commute
Have you decided to commute by bike? No matter your destination, you can increase your chances of arriving safely with our top 5 tips for a safe bike commute.
1. Choose the Proper Equipment
The proper equipment includes clothes suitable for riding, a bike helmet, and the right bicycle for you.
Bike Helmet
Please note that there is no law in Nevada that requires a rider to wear a helmet. However, a helmet can help protect you from a serious brain or head injury. Bike helmets can reduce the risk of head injury by 85 percent when worn correctly.
Choosing the right bike helmet includes the following:
- Ensuring the helmet is meant for bicycling. There are many different types of helmets for different activities. Make sure your helmet is for bicycling.
- Making sure your helmet fits you. It should fit snugly all around, with no spaces between the foam and bike rider’s head.
- Checking the labels. The manufacturing date on the label is important in case of a helmet recall. You should also look for a label that says U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) certified. That label means that the helmet meets the federal safety standard.
Bicycle
There are different types of bicycles meant for different riding conditions. You should choose a bicycle that fits you and your bike commuting needs. Once you have chosen the proper bicycle for your needs, you should make sure you know how to ride the bicycle. This includes understanding its brakes and gears. You should also know how to adjust the seat and other parts if necessary.
2. Maintain Your Equipment
A safe bike commute requires that you maintain your equipment. This includes your bicycle and your helmet. You should check your bicycle’s condition before every ride. If there are issues, have them fixed before commuting. If you do not know how to check or fix your bicycle, find a bike mechanic in your community. You also need to check your bike helmet before every ride. Do not use a helmet that is cracked, broken, or missing padding or parts.
3. Plan Your Route
If you are commuting by bike for the first time, plan your route ahead of time. There are many map apps that show bicycle routes. However, you may need to consider other factors when planning your route. This includes traffic patterns, the availability of bike lanes, and other bike friendly routes.
4. Follow the Law
There are numerous laws in Nevada that apply to bicyclists. If you are planning to commute by bike, it is your responsibility to understand these laws. You should review our article: Do You Know Nevada Bicycle Laws? You should also remember to do the following:
- Use proper hand and arm signals.
- Ride on the right and as far to the right as practicable.
- Obey all signs and signals.
5. Be Fit to Ride
Biking can be a great way to enjoy your commute. It is also a big responsibility. You should always make sure that you are fit to ride before and during your commute. This includes doing the following:
- Ride within your ability. Only ride routes that you can manage safely.
- Pay attention. Listen and look for approaching vehicles.
- Ride sober. Drugs and alcohol impact your ability to safely ride.
Bicycle accidents are dangerous and can result in serious injury to the bicyclist. If you are injured in a bicycle accident, you should seek legal advice from an experienced personal injury lawyer. The experienced team at Anthem Injury Lawyers can help you protect your rights and help you get the personal injury settlement that you deserve. You can rely on our Las Vegas personal injury lawyers to aggressively fight for you. Well-meaning people may say that you don’t need a Las Vegas lawyer to represent you. Our experience has proven otherwise. Those who have a knowledgeable and experienced personal injury lawyer fighting for them have the best opportunity to win top compensation. That’s the advantage you’ll get when you have Anthem Injury Lawyers working for you. Don’t delay: get the benefit of our experienced bicycle accident lawyers working on your Las Vegas personal injury case. Contact us today at (702) 857-6000 to make an appointment for a free consultation.
Tips for a Safe Bike Commute in the Dark
Bike commuting can be a great experience. It can also be dangerous. Especially in the dark. You should be extra vigilant if you bike in the dark. Always make sure you do the following when you commute by bike in the dark:
- See and be seen. Make sure you can see drivers and that drivers can see you.
- Be extra alert. Avoid headphones or other distractions.
- Wear bright, reflective clothing.
- Travel in well-lit areas.
- Follow the law.
Pursuant to Nevada Revised Statute 484B.783(1), every bicycle when used at night must be equipped with the following:
- A front lamp which emits white light
- A rear red reflector
- Reflective material on both sides of the bicycle
We hope the above tips help you ride safely. If a driver injures you during your bike commute, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer. Remember that insurance companies won’t take your side when it comes to you receiving top compensation for your injuries. You need an experienced bicycle accident lawyer to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.
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The law firm of Anthem Injury Lawyers understands that even the most cautious bicyclist can be injured in a bicycle accident. If another driver has injured you, it’s important that you seek experienced legal representation. Our bicycle accident lawyers serve the Las Vegas area with the knowledge and expertise to help you gain maximum compensation for your injuries. If you cannot visit our Las Vegas area office, we can come to you to discuss your bicycle accident case.
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