ON YOUR BIKE: Bicycle police have hit the street in Bathurst today. Photo: CHIFLEY LAC FACEBOOK
THIS morning’s subzero temperatures in Bathurst have not deterred bike police who are out patrolling the local area.
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The bike cops are not a regular sight on Bathurst’s streets and they stood out more than usual wearing shorts as the mercury remained below zero at 9am after dropping to a low of -4.3 degrees overnight.
Chifley local area command welcomed the bike cops back to town by issuing a number of road safety tips for local cyclists:
- Use your head – protect your noggin with a helmet. Cyclists who wear a helmet reduce injury by an estimated 60 per cent. Helmets must meet federal safety standards and should be securely fitted.
- Ride single file in the direction of traffic.
- Wear bright-coloured clothing to help other road users see you.
- Know your bike’s capabilities.
- Make sure your bike has reflectors front and rear.
- A horn/bell and a rear mirror are also recommended.
- Ensure your brakes are in good working order.
- If riding at night. wear a reflective vest.
