Category: safety belts

Spring Bike: 5 things you should keep in mind

The bike season has already started and it is well worth the preparation. Where to start and what do we have to remember before we go for a spring ride? The reflective jacket is a good suit for riding on road.

 

  1. Review of the bike

The first and basic activity, unfortunately we often forget. The review is best done in the fall, just after the end of the two-wheel drive season. It is best to go to a service site where the brakes and oil chain are adjusted. Such an operation should not cost more than 100 zlotys. However, if you have only woken up now, you must accept that the spring of waiting for a bicycle test may be longer.

 

If our skateboard is in good condition, this review can be done by us. “If he rode in the autumn and we kept him in a dry place, he would probably ride well after pumping,” explains Power Torsi from Costar Duty Bike. For sure, let’s check the tires, because if they are spared and cracked, it may soon be necessary to replace them.

 

  1. Preparation – exercise for the cyclist

If we slept rather than slept on the couch in the winter, and the activity was limited to the slopes of the fridge, it would also be worth taking a small warm-up before the first cycling trip. Sows, although unpopular, can effectively protect us from leaven. Equally important are the muscles of the abdomen and the back. An excellent and unbearable exercise will be the “board”.

 

  1. Safety on the bike

Here the rule is simple – we are obliged to buy a helmet. Today it is no longer synonymous with oracles, and more interesting models and felons. A helmet is a basic protection on the roadway. Another important element is lighting. Many of us forget about the backlight, which in particular in urban traffic is extremely important. Those who move on poorly lit roads should also invest in reflective vest.

 

  1. Equipment

First, let’s get used to the bike, and then think about everything that can make us ride. If a bike is used to move to work, we will not need special sportswear. Of course, it is worth to ensure a minimum of comfort and wear a sports t-shirt, which after the change from the bike to something more representative.

 

It is only when we start to treat our bikes more professionally; it is worth thinking about comfortable trousers (those who have driven 50 kilometers without them will understand that they can give in the bone). We also need gloves, because the hands are rubbing after several tens of minutes of uninterrupted driving, and during spring rides can also protect us from the cold.

 

  1. Buy used bike

For many of us the greatest motivation for activity is the purchase of equipment. Often, instead of choosing a new bicycle, we choose to use it. In such cases, however, we should be very careful. Patel Turks senses, in order to first check the wheels, these should work equally and not bend to the right and left. Another important element is the frame, if it is dented, it is expected that the bike in this place may have a weakened construction, and replacement of the frame and repair of the wheels involves considerable costs.

 

It is hard to believe that a few decades ago the safety belts were considered technological novelties, and dormant pigs were used for car crash tests. Today, drivers’ safety is ensured by sensors, state-of-the-art monitoring systems, and even intelligent tires.

 

At first, the car designers did not attach much importance to the safety of the drivers. Cars were to be faultless, other issues were considered insignificant. Particularly safe, even if the first cars were moving at 20-30 km / h. The “magic barrier” of 100 km / h was exceeded only in 1902, but still considered a crazy record, not a normal operating speed.

How to prepare for your trip with safety

Are you leaving for the first time on a long journey? You do not know how to prepare safety equipment? What to pack? How to check the car? We will help you to safely reach your holiday destination.

 

Before you start thinking about holiday madness, you should properly prepare your car for a long journey. Because of the security of you and your passengers’ safety, it is important not to ignore some basic issues.

 

First and foremost, you should examine the technical condition of the car. It is not as difficult as it may seem. It is advisable to check and, if necessary, make up the consumables, as well as inspect the braking system and suspension. Also, do not forget about the proper lighting settings. When you pack your car to the roof, the lights can hurt other drivers. Finally, check the tire condition and tire pressure.

 

More and more people are forgetting to check the validity of the insurance and the registration review, which can end up with an unpleasant surprise and a loss of part of the holiday budget. When traveling abroad, you also need to familiarize yourself with the obligatory car accessories (triangle, reflective vest, etc.) required in the country to which we are going and in all we will be traveling. Some countries also require you to take out special insurance – do not forget about it!

 

Dangerous luggage

Technical condition of the car checked, all the necessary papers have been sorted – time to pack! Many people have no idea how to lay luggage inside a vehicle. This is a big mistake. Incorrectly placed luggage can be deadly in case of sudden braking or collision. Even with a suitably large trunk it is important to seriously consider the arrangement of suitcases. With the right organization, you will not only save more space, but you will also be safe.

 

How do you pack your bags? First of all, limit the number of things in the car cabin. Any unsecured item in the event of a sudden event can become dangerous, so it is important to follow the principle that the luggage space is in the trunk. This also applies to the shelves separating the cab from the boot – absolutely no lightweight items can be placed here. Start packing the heaviest bags and suitcases by placing them on the bottom, as close as possible to the front of the boot. When packing, you can also use the storage compartments beneath the floor of the boot to save space and further reduce the center of gravity of the car.

 

The next luggage is laid on the principle of “pyramid:” the base forms the largest and heaviest suitcases, and on the next floors is getting lighter packages. You need to take this into account when packing, so that in the largest bags put things you need only in place and in small items that may come in handy during the trip. Then the luggage containing the things you need can be placed on the top of the pyramid so you have easy access to it. The most necessary things that need to be in the cabin must be secured with safety belts, handles, head restraints, or under the seat.

 

Proper packaging of luggage is not enough. It is important that the driver is rested and rested so that he can easily concentrate on the road. Even if the place you go to is not foreign to you and the route is well known, you should trust navigation. Especially during the holiday season it may be necessary (due to traffic and numerous repairs and related detours).

 

When the car is properly prepared and well planned for breaks, the trip will be safe and not too tiring. Just remember to hurry and be careful on the road. Then nothing will break the holiday rest.