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79 Bikeshareâs safety record is helped by various factors. These are the following: ⢠Safety in numbers. The âsafety in numbers effectâ is well established. A study published in Injury Prevention in 2003 showed that the âlikelihood of a person walking or bicycling being struck by a motorist varies inversely with the amount of walking and bicycling.â As bikesharing helps to increase the number of bicyclists on the road, drivers are more aware of how bicyclists behave (Graves et al. 2014). ⢠The bicyclesâ safety features. The comfortable and upright design of bikeshare bicycles, built-in safety features, and regular maintenance likely contribute to the good safety record. Bikeshare bicycles also have a low center of gravity, have limited gears, have a step-through design, and can weigh close to 50 lb. Bicycles are also typically branded with exclusive colors and feature rear and front lights that help to increase visibility for users. See the figure below for more details. ⢠Opportunities for bicycling education and advertising the rules of the road. Bikeshare stations and bicycles often feature decals and illustrations meant to help educate riders on bicycling safety. These illustrations include proper hand signals, rules of the road, and bicycling etiquette and can be featured on bike handles, down tubes, or other visible locations. A P P E N D I X B Safety Adjustable seats allow for quick sizing Hub or disc brakes provide reliable braking in all weather conditions Front and rear lights improve visibility during day and night Sturdy tires and wheels for urban ridingStep-through frame provides a universal fit Gearing options limit bicycle speed Source: Toole Design Group.
