Cycling in Winter

• Cycling is an all year round fun and enjoyable activity!

• At certain times of year extra care needs to be taken

• Devon County Council undertakes precautionary salting on major roads (about 20% of the network) when there is a risk of ice or snow.

• Make your own assessment on the conditions. This may result in deciding to avoid certain routes, or even choosing not to cycle that day!

• Ensure your bike is in good working order – check brakes and consider using different tyres

• Cycling soon gets you warm but make sure you are wearing suitable clothing to prevent getting cold and wet

• Brighten Up – use lights. Bright and reflective strips may make you more visible

• Be alert and more observant than normal

• Cycle at a sensible speed as it could be icy, wet and slippery

• Stopping distances become much longer

• Allow extra time for your journey

• Watch out for other road users-their visibility may be impaired by the conditions

• Traffic can be slow during adverse weather conditions and cycling is often quicker than other forms of transport

• Share considerately with all other uers

• HAVE A SAFE CYCLE AND ENJOY YOUR RIDE!

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