I hadn’t been on my bike since the triathlon so on Sunday my husband and I decided to go for a bike ride. We went out to the trail we have ran many times and rode our bikes on many times. We got there and off we went and my husband being much faster than me went off ahead of me (which is fine by me). What I am getting at with this post is the importance of trail safety.
The trail is a very popular trail and it is important that everyone is aware and considerate of others. These are tips that I think everyone should know and follow.
1. When approaching a runner or biker let them know your coming.
- For example “on your left”
2. Move to your right when you hear someone is coming up on your left.
- That may mean you have to get behind the person you are walking/riding next to.
3. If you have music on make sure it is low enough that you can hear someone approaching you.
4. If you are crossing the trail make sure to look both ways ensure that no one is approaching.
5. If you don’t have your dog on a leash make sure he does not chase after runner/bikers.
I understand maybe not everyone is aware of these safety tips and that is why I am trying to get the word out. I think it would be great if we can pass these tips a long throughout the blog world. The more people understand the safer the trails become. Of course I would love to hear feedback, stories, and if you have any modifications to my tips.
RIDE/RUN SAFELY!