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LIFE
7 Safety Tips for Bike Commuters
As the weather begins to warm up , more and more commuters may consider biking to work . Biking to work is not only a great source of exercise , but it can reduce a commuter ’ s carbon footprint and help him or her save big on gas .
In fact , according to the American Automobile Association ( AAA ), the average person spends nearly $ 9,000 a year to drive his or her car . However , before making the switch , commuters should do the following to make their bike rides to work safe and fun :
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1 . Practice your route on the weekend or drive it in your car to make sure that it is safe .
2 . Know the laws that apply to bikers and how to interact with motorists while sharing the road .
3 . Use hand signals to indicate stops and turns for other bikers and motorists .
4 . Wear brightly colored clothing to increase your visibility to those on the road .
5 . Wear a helmet .
6 . Make eye contact with motorists so they know you are there and can anticipate your next move .
7 . Bring along a water bottle in case you get thirsty , especially on hot days .
Biking is a healthy alternative to driving to work . To stay safe , it ’ s crucial that you remain attentive and cautious of cars on the road .
For more bike safety tips , visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ’ s website .
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