Originally Posted by
eleanor_rigby
What are the techniques?
Hi Vis stuff helps, and here are few tips...
* Concentrate. Ride in a straight line if possible. Don't weave.
* Learn to judge oncoming traffic speed
* If a driver appears to have seen you, don't believe it
* Courtesy goes a long way.
* What goes around comes around. That same driver may pass you every day. Don't piss 'em off
* If the lane is narrow, don't let cars stack up behind you
* Wave them to pass before they get too close
* Don't let your crad fall while in traffic. Double strap bike stuff esp. "bike specific" equipment
* Don't drop the bike in traffic i.e., slow down or speed up to prevent accidents
* Watch for stupid mistakes on your part, it maybe a sign that you're 'running out of gas' i.e., tired/need food