Safe Biking and Running

SLOPD Tips for Safe Biking

Be sure to have a headlight and rear flashing light on your bike when riding in the dark. Wearing reflective clothing is also very helpful.
Never ride against traffic.
Wear a helmet and never ride with headphones.
Obey traffic signs and signals.
Be sure to stop at all stop signs.
Keep both hands ready to brake.
Use hand signals
Follow lane markings - Don't turn left from the right lane. Don't go straight in a lane marked right turn only.
Don't pass on the right - motorists may not look for or see a bike passing on the right.

Run against traffic so you can see and be seen
Watch out for vehicles coming out of or turning into driveways, side streets or alleys
Wear reflective gear - armband, shoes, etc.
Wear ID tag with name of emergency contact, blood type, any allergies, etc.
Head phones - only wear 1 earpiece to be able to hear sounds around you
Carry cell phone for emergencies
Run with a friend
Be sure to tell someone where you are running, estimated time out/back and how far you plan to run.
Have a whistle or other noisemaker to use in an emergency