Bicycle Safety Tips
Denver is among the most bike-friendly cities in the U.S., with scenic mountain trails, many connected roads, and nearly 300 miles of paved biking paths.
Helmet Safety
Every bike ride begins with putting on a helmet. But it’s equally important that you ensure a proper fit so your helmet can best protect you. Before using your bicycle, always make sure it's ready to ride by inspecting all parts are secure and working properly. Make sure the strap is securely fastened and buckled under your chin. When you move your head side to side, the helmet should remain in place.
Avoid Crashes
Whether riding at sunrise or sunset, or even during bad weather, you need to be seen by others. It's best to wear neon, fluorescent or other bright colors, or something that reflects light so you can't be missed. Remember, just because you can see a car or truck driver doesn’t mean the driver can see you. Be on the lookout for hazards that could cause a crash such as potholes, gravel, broken glass, leaves, gravel, puddles and dogs. If you are riding with friends and in the lead, yell out and point to the hazard to alert the riders behind you.
Always ride with at least one hand on the handlebars.
Carry items in a basket or backpack
Adults should ride with children until they are comfortable riding independently.
Learn the rules of the road, and obey all traffic laws.
Ride on the right side of the road, with traffic, not against.
Use appropriate hand signals.
Respect traffic signals, stopping at all stop signs and stop lights.
Stop and look left, right and left again before entering a street or crossing an intersection.
Look back and yield to traffic coming from behind before turning left
Remember to securely lock up your bike
A great resource in the Denver community for purchasing low-cost bikes and making repairs is Bikes Together.
Address
1060 Osage Street
Denver, CO 80204
Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday, 12:00pm-4:00pm
Saturday, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Contact
(720) 403-8757