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Get ready to hit the road safely this May 1st as we observe National Bicycle Safety Month! Did you know that bicycles have been around since the early 19th century and are still one of the most popular modes of transportation? Not only are they a fun way to stay active, but they also help reduce air pollution and traffic congestion. However, it's important to prioritize safety while riding a bike, which is why this month is dedicated to promoting safe biking habits and raising awareness about bicycle laws. So let's gear up for a fun-filled month of biking adventures while staying safe on the roads!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1817</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of the Bicycle</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first bicycle, known as the "Draisine" or "Laufmaschine," was invented by Karl Drais.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1885</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Safety Bicycle Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>John Kemp Starley invents the Rover safety bicycle, setting the standard for bicycle design for over a century with its rear-wheel drive and front steering.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bike Helmet Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first bike helmet was made using a padded leather headband. Over the years, the design improved for maximum safety.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Bicycle Safety Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and other organizations established May as National Bicycle Safety Month.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Bike Sharing Programs</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cities worldwide started implementing bike-sharing programs, prompting more bike safety awareness efforts due to increased bike usage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bike Safety in the Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, bicycling surged globally as a safer alternative means of travel, emphasizing more than ever the importance of bicycle safety.'</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a community bike ride</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get your friends, family, and neighbors together for a fun and safe bike ride through the community to celebrate National Bicycle Safety Month. Make sure to follow all safety precautions and rules of the road!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a bike maintenance workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite a local bike shop or experienced cyclist to teach a workshop on bike maintenance and safety. This will help educate people on how to properly care for their bikes to ensure a safe ride.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create and distribute bike safety flyers</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Design and print out flyers with important bike safety tips and distribute them in your community. This is a simple but effective way to raise awareness about bike safety during National Bicycle Safety Month.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a bike safety scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a fun and interactive way to learn about bike safety by organizing a scavenger hunt. Participants will have to find and complete tasks related to bike safety, such as checking tire pressure or signaling before turns.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Partner with local schools to host bike safety presentations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Work with local schools to organize bike safety presentations for students. This is a great way to teach young children the basics of bike safety and promote safe biking habits at an early age.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes safety and decreases accidents</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By dedicating an entire month to bicycle safety, we can raise awareness and educate individuals on the importance of following safety guidelines while riding. This can lead to a decrease in accidents and injuries, making roads safer for both cyclists and drivers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages more people to ride bicycles</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With increased efforts towards promoting bicycle safety, more individuals may feel confident and comfortable riding their bikes on the road. This can have positive impacts on our environment, as well as individual health and wellness.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id=''class='whywelove-title'>Highlights the importance of sharing the road</h3><p id=''class=' whywelove-text'>Bicycles are legally considered vehicles, which means they have the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicles on the road. By promoting bicycle safety, we also emphasize the need for drivers to share the road with cyclists and respect their presence. This helps create a more harmonious and safe environment for all road users.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bicycles Outnumber Cars Globally</h3><p class='facts-content'>There are more than 2 billion bicycles in use worldwide, outnumbering cars. This makes bicycle safety a global concern requiring constant attention and awareness.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Maintaining and Inspecting Your Bicycle Regularly Increases Safety</h3><p class='facts-content'>Routine maintenance and inspections of your bicycle can prevent technical mishaps on the road, decrease the risk of accidents, and ensure a safe and smooth ride.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>High-Visibility Clothing Enhances Cyclist Safety</h3><p class='facts-content'>Wearing high-visibility clothing while cycling, especially during night or low-light conditions, significantly increases the visibility of cyclists to motorists, leading to a reduction in collision risks.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Separate Bike Lanes Improve Safety on Roads</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies have shown that streets with dedicated bike lanes have fewer crashes involving cyclists compared to roads without. Such infrastructural changes promote safer coexistence of different road users.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Children Are Part of the Important Bike Safety Equation</h3><p class='facts-content'>Children, especially aged 5-14, make up a large proportion of bicycle-related injuries. Educating them about safe cycling practices is crucial for preventing injuries and establishing lifelong safe biking habits.</p></div></div>
National Bicycle Safety Month is celebrated on May 1 every year. In 2024 National Bicycle Safety Month will occur on a Wednesday.
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