2.2 Emergency Maneuvers

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2.2 Emergency Manuevers Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org

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Situations may arise that necessitate an emergency maneuver. Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org

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Rock Dodge Keep riding straight Turn the handlebars suddenly without leaning Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org

Quick Stop : 

Quick Stop Incorrect technique: Hit the object Over the handlebars Rear wheel skids Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org

Braking Theory : 

Braking Theory Rear brake alone will help prevent pitch-over Rear brake is not very effective. Front brake has fastest stopping distance Slight error will pitch you over. Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org

Braking Theory : 

Braking Theory Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org For a fast, safe stop, use both brakes. When braking hard, slide your body back If the rear wheel starts to skid, ease up slightly on the front brake.

Instant Turn : 

Instant Turn Normal right turn takes too long Turn your front wheel left―the wrong way Turn your front wheel right Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org

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Questions first? Let's go ride! Iowa Bicycle Coalition www.iowabicyclecoalition.org