Road Safety - Cyclist, look carefully all around you

Road Safety – Cyclists, look carefully all around you!

Cycling is one of the most environmentally friendly forms of mobility, and in recent years the number of recreational cyclists in Slovenia has been increasing. Cyclists are among the most vulnerable road users, so it is important that they do everything they can to ensure their own safety before setting off. They should always wear a helmet, since this can reduce the potential consequences of head injuries in the event of a fall by 40%–70%, and light-coloured clothing to ensure they remain clearly visible in traffic. Cyclists should pay particular attention to strictly observing traffic rules – stopping at red lights, crossing the carriageway correctly, signalling changes of direction in good time, and above all riding in the correct direction. They should also avoid riding side by side and instead ride in single file.

 
For safe cycling, it is important to ensure that your bicycle is always in good working order. Check key components regularly, such as the saddle, handlebars, brakes, front and rear lights, reflectors, tyres and bell. If you have not yet had it serviced this year, now is the time to do so. Do not use your phone or headphones while cycling, since they reduce your awareness of what is happening around you and increase the risk of an accident.

Road Safety Agency of the Republic of Slovenia