Transcript Welcome to: League of American Bicyclists – Kids II course Bicycling In Kids Education Also Known As Early Drivers Education –The purpose of this class is to teach good driving.

Welcome to:
League of American
Bicyclists
– Kids II course
Bicycling
In
Kids
Education
Also Known As
Early Drivers Education
–The purpose of this class is to
teach good driving skillswhatever you drive
Driving is habit based
Who knows what a habit is?
Driving crashes
Most common cause of death in this
country for young people (under 45 years
old).
18 year olds are far more likely to die in
car crashes than 85 year olds per mile
driven!
“Bicyclists fare best when they
act and are treated as drivers of
vehicles.”
J. Forester
Today’s Class
Introduction to Bicycling In Kids Education
Pre Test
Bicycle Types
Taking care of your bike
Helmet overview
Class preview
Mr. Daigle
29 years as a cyclist, racer, coach, commuter,
mechanic, tandemist, mountain biker, etc.
League of American Bicyclists Cycling Instructor
#331-K
U.S. Cycling Federation Licensed Coach
U.S. Cycling Federation Licensed Racer
Barnett Bicycle Institute Elite Bicycle
Technicians course- Graduate with Excellence
Bicycling Instructor for Lafayette Parish School
Board
During this class you will learn
good driving habits
Bicycling In Kids Education
Class is taught in ten sessions.
Three days are in a classroom.
Seven days on the bicycles.
Tests are given the last two days of class.
– Skill test on the bicycles and oral exam with
37 areas tested.
– 20 question written test.
Your grade will be the average of the two
tests.
Bicycling In Kids Education
Final grade can be changed:
– Extra points for using your own helmet
– Points deducted for not returning homework.
Consent form must be returned signed by
your parents.
If the consent form is not returned, you
cannot ride the bikes, you will be assigned
alternate work, and your grade for this
class will be earned on a two page report.
Your final grade can also be
changed by being rough or doing
tricks on the bike.
Your grade will be recorded as a 50% (F)
immediately.
I feel it is necessary to call your parents and
explain why you are being awarded and F for
the class.
ANY trick will considered vandalism of the bike
and you will be responsible for repairs.
There will be no “second chance”.
Visible
What does this word mean?
Visible
<Capable of being seen.>
Other drivers must be able to
see you!
Predictable
What does this word mean?
Predictable
<Able to declare or predict in
advance.>
Other drivers need to know what
you will do next.
Pre Test
Start your pre test.
I will read the question, someone who
raises their hand will answer it and I will
explain the answer.
You are welcome to take notes.
We will take up this sheet and then return
it to you so you can use it to study with.
Question 1:
You should ride your bicycle on
the left side of the street so that
you can see the cars coming at
you.
Question 1:
You should ride your bicycle on
the left side of the street so that
you can see the cars coming at
you.
FALSE
Question 2:*
Traffic laws are made for
bicyclists as well as cars.
Question 2:*
Traffic laws are made for
bicyclists as well as cars.
TRUE
Louisiana Revised Statutes
Title 32, Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulations
Chapter 1- Louisiana Highway Regulatory Act
•RS 32:1 Definitions and general authority
•4. “Bicycle” means every device propelled by human power upon which any person may ride and designed to travel on two tandem wheels.
•92. “Vehicle” means every device by which persons or things may be transported upon a public highway or bridge, except devices moved by human power
or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks. A bicycle or ridden animal shall be a vehicle, and a trailer or semi trailer shall be a separate vehicle.
•RS 32:41 Power of local authorities
•The provisions of this chapter shall not be deemed to prevent local municipal authorities, with respect to highways other than state maintained highways
within their corporate limits, from adopting ordinances;
•7. Requiring the registration and licensing of bicycles, including the requirement of a registration fee;
•RS 32:193 Operation of bicycles; general provision
• The regulations applicable to bicycles shall apply whenever a bicycle is operated upon any highway or upon any path set aside for the exclusive use of
bicycles, subject to those exceptions stated hereafter.
•RS 32:194 Traffic laws apply to persons riding bicycles
• Every person riding a bicycle upon a highway of this state shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all the duties applicable to the driver of a
vehicle by this chapter, except as to special regulations in this part and except as by there very nature can have no application.
•RS 32:195 Riding on bicycles
•A. person propelling a bicycle shall not ride other than upon or astride a permanent or regular seat attached thereto.
•B. No bicycle shall be used to carry more persons at one time than the number for which it is designed and equipped.
•C. A person operating a bicycle shall at all times keep at least one hand upon the handlebars thereof.
•RS 32:196 Clinging to vehicles
• No person riding upon any bicycle shall attach himself or the bicycle to any vehicle upon a highway.
•RS 32:197 Riding on roadways and bicycle paths
• Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a
standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction.
• Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles.
• Whenever a usable path for bicycles has been provided adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway.
•RS 32:329 Bicycles; front lamps; side and rear reflectors
• Every bicycle when in use at nighttime shall emit a white light visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet to the front and with a red reflector on the
rear and a reflector on each side facing outward at a right angle to the bicycle frame, all of a type approved by the department which shall be visible from all
distances within six hundred feet to one hundred feet to the rear when directly in front of lawful lower beams of headlamps on a motor vehicle. A Lamp
emitting a red light visible from a distance of five hundred feet to the rear may be used in addition to the red reflector.
• After December 31, 1974 no person shall sell or offer for sale any bicycle unless such bicycle is equipped with at least one red reflector on the rear and one
reflector on each side as required by this section. This section shall not apply to bicycles while engaged in sanctioned competition races.
•RS 32:346 Brakes on bicycles
• Every Bicycle shall be equipped with a brake which will enable the operator to make the braked wheels skid on dry, level clean pavement.
Your bicycle is not a toy!
It is a vehicle!
Louisiana Revised Statues:
32:1 (92) “Vehicle” Means every device by which
persons or things may be transported upon a public
highway or bridge, except devices moved by human
power or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks.
A bicycle or ridden animal shall be a vehicle, and a trailer
or semitrailer shall be a separate vehicle.
32:194 Every person riding a bicycle upon a highway of
this state shall be granted all of the rights and shall be
subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a
vehicle by this chapter, except as to special regulations
in this part and except as to those provisions of this
chapter which by their very nature can have no
application.
Question 3:*
Riding at night without a white
headlight and red rear
reflector is unsafe.
Question 3:*
Riding at night without a white
headlight and red rear
reflector is unsafe.
TRUE
Question 4:*
It is safe for two people to ride
on a bike if one is on the
handlebars.
Question 4:*
It is safe for two people to ride
on a bike if one is on the
handlebars.
FALSE
How many riders?
Question 5:*
If you can’t see the cars on a
cross street when you’re
stopped at a stop sign, you
should move out further
toward the intersection and
look again.
Question 5:*
If you can’t see the cars on a
cross street when you’re stopped
at a stop sign, you should move
out further toward the intersection
and look again.
TRUE
Question 6:*
A bike in poor condition is safe
if the driver is skilled.
Question 6:*
A bike in poor condition is safe
if the driver is skilled.
FALSE
Question 7:*
The proper way to make a left
turn is to cut the corner
sharply and quickly.
Question 7:*
The proper way to make a left
turn is to cut the corner
sharply and quickly.
FALSE
Question 8:
Listening to music on
headphones is a good way to
relax while riding a bike.
Question 8:
Listening to music on
headphones is a good way to
relax while riding a bike.
FALSE
Question 9:
It’s better to swerve to the left than
to the right to avoid rocks or holes
in the street in front of you.
Question 9:
It’s better to swerve to the left than
to the right to avoid rocks or holes
in the street in front of you.
FALSE
Question 10:*
Darting out from a driveway onto the
street without looking for traffic is the
greatest cause of bicycling deaths
among children six to twelve years old.
Question 10:*
Darting out from a driveway onto the
street without looking for traffic is the
greatest cause of bicycling deaths
among children six to twelve years old.
TRUE
Question 11:*
When bicycling with a friend,
always ride side-by-side
Question 11:*
When bicycling with a friend,
always ride side-by-side
FALSE
Question 12:
A cyclist should only look straight
ahead when crossing an
intersection
Question 12:
A cyclist should only look straight
ahead when crossing an
intersection
FALSE
Question 13:*
You should watch for doors
opening on parked cars
Question 13:*
You should watch for doors
opening on parked cars
TRUE
Question 14:
Handlebars should be loose
so you can change riding
positions
Question 14:
Handlebars should be loose so
you can change riding positions
FALSE
Question 15:*
If you live in the country, you
can ride on either side of the
road.
Question 15:*
If you live in the country, you can
ride on either side of the road.
FALSE
Question 16:
Blue is a good color to wear
when bicycling after dark
Question 16:
Blue is a good color to wear
when bicycling after dark
FALSE
Question 17:
Hitching or holding on to a car
with your bike is safe if the
cyclist is watchful
Question 17:
Hitching or holding on to a car
with your bike is safe if the cyclist
is watchful
FALSE
Question 18:
Scanning for traffic means
looking for cars, bikes and
other road users
Question 18:
Scanning for traffic means looking
for cars, bikes and other road
users
TRUE
Question 19:*
Bicyclists should keep to the
right while riding in the street
Question 19:*
Bicyclists should keep to the right while
riding in the street
TRUE
Ride right! Walk on the left side!
Question 20:*
Bicycle riders should observe
all traffic signs and signals
Question 20:*
Bicycle riders should observe
all traffic signs and signals
TRUE
A world full of bicycles
Common Bicycle Uses
Type of
riding
Purpose
Type of bikes used
Why
Utility
Basic transportation
Any type
Cheap vehicle
A bicycle is the least
expensive and most efficient
form of transportation ever
invented
Recreation
Just for fun
Any type, such as cruiser,
freestyle etc.
A bicycle is also one of the
most fun forms of recreation
Fitness
Riding for exercise
or cross training
Mountain bike, road bike,
hybrid
Healthy lifestyle
Touring
Vacationing on a
bike
Mountain bike, Touring bike
Travel, it’s the best way to see
an area because you are
forced to slow down
Racing and
Competition
Competition
Freestyle, BMX, Road bike,
Track bike, Cyclocross,
Mountain bike, etc.
Healthy lifestyle, fun of
competition
Utility
Using a bicycle for basic transportation
This is the kind of riding most kids do. It is
when you use a bike to get wherever you
are going.
Bicycles are the most common form of
transportation in the world!
It is the only vehicle that makes you
healthier the more you use it.
Why is a bicycle the most common
form of transportation in the world?
Bicycle Parking
Recreation
Riding a bike for fun.
Fitness
Bicycling is a lifetime sport.
It is a great compliment to other sports.
Many athletes cross train using bicycles.
Coaches believe that their long distance
runners are faster by cross
training on bicycles.
Touring
One of the best ways
to see an area is to
travel through it by
bicycle.
Racing and Competition
Bicycle racing is considered the toughest
endurance sport.
Professional racers
race for more than
six hours a day for
up to 23 days
in a row.
Can you name a professional bicycle
racer?
Freestyle
Made heavy for trick
riding.
Brake rotors allow
handlebars to spin.
Pegs on axles for
grinding.
Powerful brakes for
tricks
Hand and foot spots
all over bike.
BMX bikes
Have one brake on the rear and they are much lighter than a
freestyle bike.
They look like freestyle bikes, but they are designed for racing
on a track like this:
Mountain Bike
Made for off road riding.
Wide Knobby tires add grip on
soft soil.
Wide range of gears for steep
hills
Powerful brakes for steep downhills
Wide handlebars for leverage
Mountain Biking
Hybrid Bike
Similar to mountain
bike, but without
knobby tires.
Higher pressure tires
mean hybrid bicycles
will roll faster on
roads than mountain
bike tires.
Too weak for off road
use.
Touring Bike
Wide range of gears.
Powerful brakes.
Rack for carrying
loads.
Designed for heavy
loads over long
distances.
Bicycle Touring in the USA
Racing Bike
Light.
Fast.
Narrow range of
gears for racing use.
High pressure tires to
roll fast.
Most efficient
transportation
machine ever
invented.
Other bicycles
Many other bikes are
used for different
purposes.
Other bicycles
Some bicycles are
used for working.
Others are used for
exercise or racing.
Lock your bike!
Bicycles that are stolen are most often
not locked!
Register your bike with the city. If it is
recovered it is the only way you will get
it back.
Keep a picture of your bike, along with
purchase receipt and registration.
Bicycle care
Keep your bicycle
clean.
Never leave it in the
rain.
Keep the chain oiled.
Keep it adjusted to
work perfectly.
Never work on your
own bike unless
trained to do so.
People from all over the world use the techniques
you will learn here to ride wherever they want.