Sumner Law
  • Home
  • Practice Areas
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents
    • Bicycle And Pedestrian Accidents
    • Other Personal Injuries
    • Wrongful Death
  • About
  • Firm News
    • Injury Law Blog
    • Published Articles
  • Testimonial
  • Contact
Select Page

Stay safe cycling on rainy days

On behalf of Sumner Law | Jan 3, 2020 | Firm News

It is more important than ever that cyclists stay vigilant about safety measures while cycling in urban areas. With more people exploring the benefits of cycling to work, accidents also become more prevalent. Of the multiple causes of cycling accidents, hazardous road conditions caused by weather present a major danger to cyclists. 

In Contra Costa County, heavy rainfall typically comes from January to March. Rain may catch a commuter cyclist on the way home from work during these months. If you have to cycle in the rain, be aware of extra safety precautions. 

Dangers of cycling in the rain 

Reduced visibility presents one of the greatest dangers while cycling in the rain for both cyclists and drivers. With less time to react to sudden hazards in the road, it is more likely that you may get into an accident with a car or skid out on the road. 

Other dangers include: 

  • Difficulty braking 
  • Slippery roads 
  • Sharp material hidden in puddles 

Cyclists must be alert to these issues on rainy days. 

Rainy cycling safety tips  

If you decide to ride in wet weather, make sure that you prepare adequately. 

Wear bright or reflective clothing, and use lights on your bike to make yourself more visible to motor vehicles. Additionally, avoid painted sections of the road and puddles, as those areas will be more dangerous. 

For your bike, you should carefully wipe off the wheel rims and chain after each wet ride. This helps keep the brakes functioning correctly. You may also want to invest in chain oil to decrease the chance of rust interfering with your bike’s smooth ride. 

Finally, while riding in the rain, dress in weather-proof clothing. The precipitation could cause a chill, especially to your hands and feet. 

Though cyclists, unfortunately, cannot control all the safety aspects of sharing the road with motor vehicles, these measures may help them avoid an accident in the rain. 

Recent Posts

  • Are inexperienced truck drivers becoming a problem?
  • Distracted driving can lead to serious car accidents
  • Wrongful death claims for bicycle accidents
  • What should you say to your insurance agent after a car accident?
  • Pedestrians account for 25% of state’s auto deaths

Archives

  • January 2021
  • December 2020
  • November 2020
  • October 2020
  • September 2020
  • August 2020
  • July 2020
  • June 2020
  • May 2020
  • April 2020
  • March 2020
  • February 2020
  • January 2020
  • December 2019
  • November 2019
  • October 2019
  • September 2019
  • August 2019
  • July 2019
  • June 2019
  • May 2019
  • April 2019
  • March 2019
  • February 2019
  • October 2018
  • September 2018
  • August 2018
  • July 2018
  • June 2018
  • April 2018
  • March 2018
  • January 2018
  • December 2017
  • November 2017
  • October 2017
  • September 2017
  • August 2017
  • July 2017
  • June 2017
  • May 2017
  • April 2017
  • March 2017
  • February 2017
  • January 2017
  • December 2016
  • November 2016
  • October 2016
  • September 2016
  • August 2016
  • July 2016
  • June 2016
  • October 2015
  • November 2014

Categories

  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Firm News
  • Uncategorized

RSS Feed

Subscribe To This Blog’s Feed

Caala
Champion Of Justice Award
Robert E Cartwright
Super Lawyer
Avvo Rating

How Can I Help You

Sumner Law

1299 Newell Hill Pl
Suite 202
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: 925-278-6170

Map & Directions
  • Follow
  • Follow
  • Follow

© 2021 Sumner Law. All Rights Reserved.

Disclaimer | Site Map | Privacy Policy | Business Development Solutions by FindLaw, part of Thomson Reuters

Review Us