Q: Why is it so important for bicyclists to ride on the right side of the road?
Q: What does the “B” stand for in the ABCD Quick Check?
Students at Kenilworth Junior High School in Petaluma learned all about bike safety in December when our Safe Routes to School program brought in-classroom bike education to the school for the first time.
SRTS instructors Joe and Sarah presented to and talked with students about bike safety, e-bikes and how bikes can seamlessly connect with public transit for a car-free trip.
Kenilworth is one of 13 middle schools that SRTS works with across Sonoma County. The curriculum is meant to encourage the independence that bicycles can bring to students of middle school age, and also to help students navigate challenges and make responsible decisions while riding.
“The information was extremely informative,” said Kenilworth teacher Jill Fahy, “great for our students to hear other voices tell them how to be safe on their bikes.” She added that having the presentation delivered in person made a big difference in student engagement and was a great addition to the school’s PE safety program.
We’re proud to help equip students with the knowledge they need to ride safely and confidently, and to welcome Kenilworth into our middle school education program.
–Joe Arnold, Safe Routes to School educator
A: Bicyclists should ride in the same direction as car traffic so that they are predictable and visible to drivers. Crashes often occur if a bicyclist is riding in an unpredictable way.
A: Brakes. Brake levers should be checked before a ride to make sure they work. If there is less than a thumb’s width between your lever and the handlebar, the brakes likely need to be serviced.