Ride Ready

Confidence Starts Before the Starting Line

Preparation is essential to a safe and successful ride. Through maintenance workshops, safety resources, and coordination with local municipalities and law enforcement, VeloSano helps Riders prepare for every mile. Individual readiness plays a key role in overall event safety.

Top 10 Safety & Etiquette Tips

Wear a Helmet

Always wear a bike helmet. Check your helmet condition before you ride.

Tune-Up Your Bike

Ensure your bike is tuned-up before you ride. Oil the chain, test gears and check brakes.

Be Predictable

Others expect you to continue straight ahead at a constant speed unless you indicate differently.

Use Lights

Bike lights help road users and pedestrians see you.

Keep Ears Open

Keep ears free. Do not use headphones or cell phones while riding.

Watch Intersections

Watch out at intersections. Confirm that it is safe to cross before proceeding.

Use Commands & Signals

Use verbal commands and hand signals to alert drivers and riders when you turn, slow or stop.

Check Your Tires

Make sure your tires have enough air and carry extra tubes and a bike tire repair kit at all times.

“On Your Left!”

You should always pass others on their left. Say “on your left” out loud to warn them.

Make Announcements

Announce hazards like potholes, glass, sand, etc. to other riders around you.

Remember, Bike to Cure is a ride not a race. Have fun, be safe!

Additional Bike Safety Resources

View a Bike to Cure Rider Safety video, that visually takes you through the importance of bike safety and proper bike etiquette.

Classes & Workshops

Maintenance Class

Eddy's Bike Shop — Willoughby Hills

Saturday, February 21, 2026

$10 (register before February 1)

Fix a Flat

Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op

Date: TBD

$35

Introduction to Wheel Building

Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op

Saturday, February 21, 2026

$125

Tune-Up Class Series (Sat)

Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op

Saturday Mornings · February & March Sessions

$200

Tune-Up Class Series (Thu)

Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op

Thursday Evenings · February & March Sessions

$200

Resources

Hand Signals

Hand Signals

Bike Turn Boxes

Bike Turn Boxes

ABC Pre-Ride Check

ABC Pre-Ride Check

Bike Types

Bike Types

Choosing a Bike

Choosing a Bike

3 Foot Passing

3 Foot Passing

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