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Bicycle Safety

Bicycle Safety. “The Dos and Don'ts of Bicycling” By: James Kirk. Students. 6 th to 8 th Grade Has the ability to ride a bicycle Motivated to learn writing, video, illustrations and applications Has the ability to use a computer. Objectives.

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Bicycle Safety

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  1. Bicycle Safety “The Dos and Don'ts of Bicycling” By: James Kirk

  2. Students 6th to 8th Grade Has the ability to ride a bicycle Motivated to learn writing, video, illustrations and applications Has the ability to use a computer

  3. Objectives Given a picture of a road, the students will mark where they are supposed to ride their bicycle 100% of the time. When asked a direction or to slow down, the students will be able to demonstrate the proper hand signal 100% of the time. When given a helmet, the students will be able to adjust and fit the helmet properly 100% of the time.

  4. Learning Environment Computer Lab As a class, each student will complete the presentation on their own. If the student does not finish, they will have to complete the presentation for homework.

  5. Welcome! Today we are going to learn about Bicycle Safety!

  6. Welcome! By the end of this activity, you will know: What to wear on a bicycle ride How to prepare your bicycle How to plan a route How to properly ride your bicycle on the road

  7. What Do the Buttons Mean? Go to next slide Go to previous slide Return to home

  8. Chapters Selection Choose a chapter or click the arrow to continue. What to Wear How to Prepare Your Bike Planning a Route Bicycling on the Road Skip to Evaluation 1 2 3 4 E

  9. Chapter 1 What to Wear

  10. Chapter 1: What to Wear The Helmet The helmet reduces the risk of brain damage by as much as 88%.

  11. The Helmet The helmet should be level on your head with two fingers between your eye brow and the front of the helmet.

  12. The Helmet The strap should be snug but not too tight. You should be able to fit two fingers between the strap and your chin.

  13. Chapter 1: What to WearClothing When you are riding, it is best to remember the motto: “See and Be Seen”

  14. Clothing The best thing to wear is always neon, florescent or other bright colors. It is best to wear neon, florescent or bright colors in both day time and night time.

  15. Clothing Although white is a light color, it does not always make you more visible. NOTE:

  16. Chapter 1: What to WearShoes Which of the following pairs of shoes do you think would be the best to wear while riding your bicycle?

  17. OOPS! Incorrect. Please try again!

  18. Shoes The best shoes to wear while riding a bicycle are closed toed shoes. The shoes should be snug on your feet for control. The shoe laces should be tucked into the sides of your shoes. If not, they could be caught in the sprocket of the bike.

  19. Chapter 2 Preparing your bike

  20. Chapter 2: Preparing Your BikeChecking Your Bike Before taking your bike out for a ride, there are three major things that need to be checked: • Tire Pressure • Make sure they are inflated to what is labeled on the tire. • Brakes Work • Test the breaks to see if they stop the bike when pushed. • You should not have had to pull farther then half way on the lever. • Gears Shift • Shift through every gear while pedaling the bike • Failure to do so could lead to a derailed chain.

  21. Chapter 2: Preparing Your BikeAdjusting Your Bike to Fit The size of your bike plays a big factor in how well you ride. Which bike do you think is the proper size?

  22. Adjusting Your Bike to Fit Standing over a Road Bike, there should be 1 to 2 inches between you and the top tube. Standing over a Mountain Bike, there should be 3 to 4 inches between you and the top tube.

  23. Adjusting Your Bike to Fit The seat height is an important aspect of your ride. Too low and the ride will waste a lot of energy and the ride will be uncomfortable. Too high and you wont be able to reach the bottom of the pedal stroke ground when stopped.

  24. Adjusting Your Bike to Fit The seat height should be adjusted so that there is a slight bend at the knee when the leg is fully extended. By adjusting the seat to this height, you will get the most power out of every stroke.

  25. Chapter 3 Planning a Route

  26. Chapter 3: Planning A RouteHave a Route Planed Out Plan out your trip with a map. With your limitations in mind, calculate the distance and estimate how long it will take you to complete the ride.

  27. Having a Route Planned Out Before you head out, let someone know where you are going in case of an emergency. If possible, it is best to ride with a buddy.

  28. Chapter 4 Bicycling

  29. Chapter 4: BicyclingBicycling on the Road While cycling on the roads, it is important to obey the same laws as vehicles. • This includes street signs, hand signals and lane markings.

  30. Bicycling on the Road In your opinion, where is the best place to ride your bicycle on a road?

  31. Bicycling on the Road The best place to ride the road is to the far right with the flow of traffic. It is important to stay off the sidewalk where you are out of the way of pedestrians. Make sure to always ride with the flow of traffic and not against.

  32. Chapter4: BicyclingSignaling Since bicycles do not have turn signals, it is important to know the hand signals.

  33. Signaling • Left hand up in an “L” shape means turning right. • Right arm straight out can be an alternative signal. • Left hand straight out means turning left. • Left hand down in an “L” shape means coming to a stop.

  34. Some hazards may be: • Potholes • Gravel • Leaves • People • Dogs • Puddles Chapter 4: BicyclingRoad Hazards While riding, it is important to look for hazards that my be dangerous.

  35. Road Hazards If you are leading a group, point out and warn the other riders of oncoming hazards. Watch out for car doors that may open unexpectedly.

  36. Evaluation! You will be asked 10 question about bicycle safety. Chose the best answer. Good Luck!

  37. 78 % 98% 88% 68% A Question 1 B If wearing a helmet, brain damage can be reduced by how much? C D

  38. Correct! By wearing a helmet, you can reduce brain damage by 88%!

  39. OOPS! Incorrect. Please try again! Hint: The percentage is divisible by 11.

  40. Closed toed shoes with the laces tucked in. Sandals Loose fitted boots All of the above A Question 2 What type of shoes should you wear while riding a bicycle? B C D

  41. Correct! While riding a bike, you should wear closed toe shoes with the laces tucked in.

  42. OOPS! Incorrect. Please try again! Hint: The laced could get stuck in chain if not taken care of.

  43. Tire Pressure Chain Lubrication Gear Shifter Breaks A Question 3 B What was one thing that was NOT recommended to check on your bicycle before a ride? C D

  44. Correct! One thing that you do not have to check on your bike before a ride is the Chain’s Lubrication. Although it is important, it is not a main priority.

  45. OOPS! Incorrect. Please try again! Hint: Although it is important, it is not a priority to check.

  46. .5 to 1 inches 1 to 2 inches 2 to 3 inches 3 to 4 inches A Question 4 B How much space should be between you and the top of a Mountain Bike? C D

  47. Correct! Standing over a Mountain Bike, there should be 3 to 4 inches between you and the top tube.

  48. OOPS! Incorrect. Please try again! Hint: A road bike recommends 1 to 2 inches between you and the top tube.

  49. Question 5 True True or False? You should ride your bike on both the sidewalk and the road. False

  50. Correct! You should ride your bike with the flow of traffic on the far right side of the lane.

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