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Bike Safety

With an increase of people using bicycles for everyday transportation and recreation, the City encourages bicyclists and motorists to share the road and to know your responsibilities and rights.

Protect Your Head

Protect Your Head

  • Make sure your helmet fits properly.
  • Helmet should sit horizontally on your head and not move around.
Be Visible

Be Visible

  • Always wear bright-colored clothing during the day and reflective clothing at night.
  • Use a white light on the front and a red reflector on the rear of your bike.
Use Bike Friendly Route

Use Bike-Friendly Routes

  • Plan your route. A simple 5-minute detour can make your journey safer and more enjoyable. 
  • Look for lower volume and slower speed route options.
Be Predictable

Be Predictable

  • Make sure your intentions are clear to other road users.
  • SIgnal early and decisively.
  • Ride in the same direction as traffic and obey traffic laws.
Ride Defensively

Ride Defensively

  • Be aware of what is in front of and behind you.
  • Avoid wearing headphones.

 

Bike Racks

The City of Henderson provides bike racks at locations throughout the community, including most recreation centers, parks and other city facilities. Racks are also conveniently located at many Henderson businesses.

Bike Work Station

Bike Work StationLocated on River Mountains Loop Trail (near Equestrian Drive & Foothills Drive) & McCullough Vista Park

The bike work station is an area where cyclists can repair their bikes. The station includes equipment to pump tires, tighten bolts and change a flat tire.