RIDING TIPS
EAT BEFORE YOU ARE HUNGRY AND DRINK BEFORE YOU ARE THIRSTY!
In warmer weather, dehydration can be a problem. Drink at least one large bottle (27 oz) of fluid every hour. Eat small amounts of carbohydrates every hour. Foods high in potassium such as bananas help prevent cramping and provide about 100 calories.

CYCLISTS SHOULD RIDE NOT MORE THAN TWO ABREAST and should not impede the flow of traffic. The law enforcement agencies do enforce the laws and will issue tickets (moving violations) to offenders. When you are passing other riders, announce your presence by saying "on your left." When stopping, first signal your intent and shout "stopping!" Pull over as far as possible to the right side of the road to prevent a following cyclist from hitting you.

STOP FOR STOP SIGNS AND RED LIGHTS.

AVOID FLAT TIRES
Check for adequate tire inflation before starting out on the ride. During the ride, many flat tires are due to stickers. Clean off your tires after rest stops where your bike may have rolled across grass or dirt. Slow down on rough roads and railroad crossings.

RAILROAD TRACKS
Railroad crossings can be hazardous to cyclists in dry weather and are extremely so in wet weather. Slow down and cross tracks at a right angle to prevent damage to your bike and possible injury to you. In wet weather, cyclists are encouraged to dismount and walk their bikes across the tracks.