#BIKEISBEST : Top cycle safe tips

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Hundreds of thousands of people already enjoy riding their bikes, we are inviting you to join them. Make a pledge to give cycling a go, or offer your support to others, so more people can discover why #BikeIsBest.

I PLEDGE TO INVITE THREE FRIENDS TO JOIN #BIKEISBEST

I PLEDGE TO RIDE MY BIKE TWICE A WEEK

I PLEDGE TO FIND A BIKE AND RIDE IT

+ A CUSTOM PLEDGE OPTION

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I PLEDGE TO INVITE THREE FRIENDS TO JOIN #BIKEISBEST

Pledging your support for #BikeIsBest adds another voice to our campaign, helping the needs of cyclists get heard nationally and in your local community. We will provide you with regular updates on our campaign work and further ways to get involved, plus hints, tips, and advice from our cycling community.

First Name *

Second Name *

Email *

FIRST HALF OF POSTCODE (3/4 DIGITS) *

WHERE ARE YOU WITH CYCLING? (TICK ALL THAT APPLY) *

I'm thinking about starting
I haven't ridden in ages
I've just got my first bike
I only really ride (or plan to) for my commute
I'd like to turn it into a regular activity
I'd like to get my young family into it
I want to encourage others & champion cycling causes

I'm happy to receive advice, tips and other great stuff from #BikeIsBest via email.

BACK

I PLEDGE TO RIDE MY BIKE TWICE A WEEK

Pledging your support for #BikeIsBest adds another voice to our campaign, helping the needs of cyclists get heard nationally and in your local community. We will provide you with regular updates on our campaign work and further ways to get involved, plus hints, tips, and advice from our cycling community.

First Name *

Second Name *

Email *

FIRST HALF OF POSTCODE (3/4 DIGITS) *

WHERE ARE YOU WITH CYCLING? (TICK ALL THAT APPLY) *

I'm thinking about starting
I haven't ridden in ages
I've just got my first bike
I only really ride (or plan to) for my commute
I'd like to turn it into a regular activity
I'd like to get my young family into it
I want to encourage others & champion cycling causes

I'm happy to receive advice, tips and other great stuff from #BikeIsBest via email.

BACK

I PLEDGE TO FIND A BIKE AND RIDE IT

Pledging your support for #BikeIsBest adds another voice to our campaign, helping the needs of cyclists get heard nationally and in your local community. We will provide you with regular updates on our campaign work and further ways to get involved, plus hints, tips, and advice from our cycling community.

First Name *

Second Name *

Email *

FIRST HALF OF POSTCODE (3/4 DIGITS) *

WHERE ARE YOU WITH CYCLING? (TICK ALL THAT APPLY) *

I'm thinking about starting
I haven't ridden in ages
I've just got my first bike
I only really ride (or plan to) for my commute
I'd like to turn it into a regular activity
I'd like to get my young family into it
I want to encourage others & champion cycling causes

I'm happy to receive advice, tips and other great stuff from #BikeIsBest via email.

BACK

+ A CUSTOM PLEDGE OPTION

Pledging your support for #BikeIsBest adds another voice to our campaign, helping the needs of cyclists get heard nationally and in your local community. We will provide you with regular updates on our campaign work and further ways to get involved, plus hints, tips, and advice from our cycling community.

First Name *

Second Name *

Email *

FIRST HALF OF POSTCODE (3/4 DIGITS) *

WHERE ARE YOU WITH CYCLING? (TICK ALL THAT APPLY) *

I'm thinking about starting
I haven't ridden in ages
I've just got my first bike
I only really ride (or plan to) for my commute
I'd like to turn it into a regular activity
I'd like to get my young family into it
I want to encourage others & champion cycling causes

I'm happy to receive advice, tips and other great stuff from #BikeIsBest via email.

What's your pledge? E.g. I pledge to cycle with my family. *

Look behind you		Clear signals

Look behind you often and make eye contact especially before changing road position.		Make eye contact and give clear signals in good time before you turn so road users can adjust their speed and road position.

Be seen		Traffic lights

Be in the middle of the lane at junctions so you can be seen.		Only go along large vehicles if you are certain the lights will stay red until you are in the middle of the lane at the front. Otherwise, stay behind where you can see the drivers eyes in the mirror.

Space		Juntions

Be sure to leave space for cars doors to open.		Be where you can be seen at junctions and where you can't be over taken by vehicles.

Look		Position

Filter on the outside of traffic if necessary. Look out for pedestrians.		Position yourself where you can see the drivers eyes, and they can see yours.

Cycle lanes		Plan

Cycle lanes sometimes put you in the blind spots of vehicles. Make sure you're still looking out for traffic when using them.		Plan ahead and avoid busy bus commute routes.

Tips and advice on cycling safely

Look behind you

Clear signals

Be seen

Traffic lights

Space

Juntions

Look

Position

Cycle lanes

Plan

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Join the campaign

I PLEDGE TO INVITE THREE FRIENDS TO JOIN #BIKEISBEST

I PLEDGE TO RIDE MY BIKE TWICE A WEEK

I PLEDGE TO FIND A BIKE AND RIDE IT

+ A CUSTOM PLEDGE OPTION