THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CYCLING
The National Cycle Network covers over 16,500 miles, some of which are traffic-free
GUARDING THE LANE There are times, especially at junctions, when the safest place to ride is the centre of the appropriate traffic lane. Having looked over your shoulder to check it will be safe, move to the centre of the correct lane. If that means changing lanes, such as when turning right at a roundabout, remember to indicate your intentions clearly. ‘Guarding the lane’ makes you more visible to other traffic, improves your own view of the road, and reduces the chance of being unsafely overtaken.
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OR HOW ABOUT... ... leaving a door’s width between you and your bike and any parked cars? That way if someone opens their car door you are already far enough into the lane to avoid being knocked off.
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