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grip of the handlebar in all conditions. Using gloves when riding your bike helps minimize loss of grip in wet conditions.
FENDERS - HUSKY offers fenders as standard equipment for most of its products. Fenders protect the rider from water and mud splashes.
SAFE RIDING ON STREETS
LEARN ABOUT YOUR STATE AND LOCAL BICYCLING LAWS - You should obtain a copy of your local and state bicycling laws. Many bike shops have a copy of the laws. You can also obtain a copy at your nearest highway patrol office or your area cycling club. Learn these laws thoroughly; they can save you life.
DO NOT RIDE AGAINST TRAFFIC - Stay as far right as possible and allow room for cars to pass you as easily as possible. Try avoiding two- lane roads with narrow shoulder or highways with high traffic.
RIDE DEFENSSIVELY - Always give right of way to autos, and never get into a contest with an automobile driver. Be on the look out for cars coming into the road from driveways, parking lots, or side streets. Make an eye contact with the driver to make sure he/she can see you.
WATCH FOR PEDESTRIANS - Use your horn or bell to make sure pedestrians can hear you are coming or passing from behind.
WATCH OUT FOR ROAD HAZARDS - One of the most common road hazards are pot holes, cracks in the asphalt or concrete pavement railroad tracks, and objects such as rocks, wires, tree limbs, or sand and loose gravel. Any one of these hazards can cause you to lose control. If necessary, dismount and walk your bike over or around the hazard. Do not ride on railroad tracks.
BE CAREFUL AROUND PARKED CARS - When approaching parked cars, be on the look out for people getting in or out of parked cars. Allow a safe distance between your bike and parked cars with passengers to avoid possible collision with open doors.
OBEY ALL TRAFFIC SIGNS - Stop at stop signs, red lights, and yield signs. Use hand signals when turning or stopping.
DO NOT HITCH A RIDE ON A BIKE - Never hold on to another vehicle in order to hitch a ride.
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Cargo Carrying Recommendations
CARRYING CARGO - Your Husky bicycle is designed to carry light cargo. Weight distribution of cargo is very important. Do not stack cargo too high. Whether you use a basket, or carrier rack, make sure that the weight is not hampering your control of the bike. Spread the load evenly in the cargo area and secure all loose parts or boxes. Basket liners help keep small parts and objects from falling through the basket. Your HUSKY dealer can assist you in choosing a basket liner to fit your basket.
Do not attempt to jump a curb or a speed bump. Riding on uneven surface or jumping curb may damage the frame or fork, especially when your bicycle is loaded.
WARNING!
Avoid roads or ramps with steep downhill. When riding down a ramp or hill, exercise extreme caution and slow down, using your foot brake.
Avoid sharp turns at high speeds.
