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Date : My name is Mark Horowitz, and bicycle safety is my business. It is my job as the Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator for the Broward Metropolitian Planning Organization to make Broward County Florida a safer place to ride a bicycle. To be quite frank it is a daunting undertaking. Working with the engineers to build more and better bicycle facilties we have seen bicycle/motor vehicle crashes decline from over 1000 in 1991 to around 500 in 2002. We've been holding at this level since then. I attribute this dramatic decline in crashes to the increase in bicycle facilities which has lead to less sidewalk riding. One
thing I have always said is that
we can build safe roads and bicycle facilities but, if people
don't know how to use they won't be safe.
As a bicycle safety professional I have had the opportunity to review thousands of pages of testimony from people involved in bicycle crashes as well as hundreds of bicycle crash reports. One thing that stands out is that even with improved facilities 60% of all bicycle crashes are from an error caused by bicyclists. As part of my job
I have to observe how and where bicyclists ride. My observations
have me convinced that the average person on a bicycle is unaware
of the traffic conditions and other hazards that could lead to
personal injury or even death. They casually go along not even
aware of the narrow escapes they have had with motor vehicles.
They continue along their merry way with only luck keeping them
out of the hospital. They are crashes waiting to happen and based
on the statistics it will happen. My observations were validated
by a study conducted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The study found “... many of the bicycle-related injuries and deaths every year are related to what the rider does and how the rider interacts with environmental factors. Riding practices that are risky, that reflect poor riding judgment, or that fail to account for environmental conditions, play a major role in injury and fatality scenarios... Training courses should also include some basic information on how to maintain bicycles in good working order. ' What I discovered early in my career is that bicycling courses needed to be made available so people can learn where crashes happen, how to avoid them, and how to maintain and safely use their bicycle.I knew I had to teach people how to ride a bike in and around traffic; so I became trained and certified as an instructor. As
I taught classes I came to realize two things. Even thogugh the
course was developed for novice and intermediate bicyclists
there many club level bicyclists that lack some of the skills
taught in this course. They knew the class lecture material but
had difficulty with the bicycle handling skills and crash avoidance
techniques. Second teaching two or three courses a year may make
feel good but it wasn't getting the information to enough
people. There had to be better way to get the needed bicycle safety
information in the hands of those who need it.
Do not become a crash statistic It is estimated
that only about ten percent of bicycle crashes are reported. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration's “Traffic Safety Facts 2008” In 2008, 716 people on bicycles were killed in crashes with motor vehicles. In 2008, 52,000 people on bicycles were injured with injured in crashes with motor vehicles. in 2007, 701 people on bicycles were killed in crashes with motor vehicles. In 2007, 43,000 people on bicycles were injured with injured in crashes with motor vehicles Other
studies conducted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission have
shown bicycle related hospital emergency room visits to over 580,000
per year
“Several studies have found that most crashes were primarily due to human error and very few were due to environmental factors” Nationally, police reported one or more bicyclist’s errors that may have contributed to 64.6 percent of the bicycle/motor vehicle fatalities in 1991”. “Bicyclist safety can be significantly compromised by motorist behavior… factors includes motorist inexperience, fatigue, night vision impairment, and failure to search for non-motorized traffic.” Learn
what you need to According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission study”Bicycle Use and Hazard Patterns in the United States” “… about 69 percent of the head/face injuries were lacerations, contusions, and abrasions, relatively minor diagnoses. However, about 27 percent were reported to be potentially serious injuries such as fractures, internal injuries, and concussions. … …Injuries to the arm/hand area tended to be lacerations, contusions or abrasions (42 percent), and fractures (40 percent). Injuries to the leg/foot area were primarily lacerations, contusions, and abrasions (72 percent). … You will learn what these people wished they knew before they crashed. You will have the knowledge to be able to avoid the injuries, as well as, the time off from work to recover from your injuries Even an proficient bicyclist such as myself can be involved in a crash. The difference isI know how to avoid serious injury. After close to forty years of bicycling I have only had one crash with a left turning car. At the last minute, I made my emergency turn. I had no injuries except some minor bruising. I cracked my helmet and dented the car with my brake hood. This course will teach you how to execute this life saving emergency maneuver. Do
not be just a person a bike Learn
from Someone Else's Experience
As the bicycle program Coordinator for Broward County, Florida, the fifth largest metropolitan area in the country it is my responsibility to develop programs that will reduce injuries and fatalities to bicyclists. In 1987, I began developing bicycle safety programs to decrease the number bicycle/motor vehicle crashes and bicyclist fatalities. Since 1987, there has been a forty- percent reduction in bicycle/motor vehicle crashes and a fifty percent reduction in fatalities. As a trainer for the Florida Traffic Safety Education Program I was a member of the team that wrote the Florida Dept. of Transportation's bicycle safety curriculum, which is used throughout Florida and has been copied nationwide. I have been tested and certified as a bicycling instructor by the League of American Bicyclist. I have taught thousands of children and hundreds of adults bicycle safety. Most recently, I wrote and produced the award winning driver/bicycle education video "Everyone has a Story: Road Sharing Tips for Bicyclists and Motorists"
Testimonials "Learning to ride a bicycle correctly is as important as learning to drive. The 'Learn to Bicycle Safely' program includes all the elements that will make riding fun and safe for anyone. Following these videos will give you the information you need to cycle with confidence. You won't win the Tour de France but you will be able to use your bicycle to save money, stay healthy, and get around safely."
David Henderson, Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator Miami-Dade MPO ------------------------------------------------------------- Mark, the DVD & the on line test where great. After many miles and hazards along the way you have pointed me in a simple common sense direction. Hope that all folks needing a basic course will start with you. As most things are common sense you have pointed out the uncommon. Tailwinds to you. Your production skills on a roadway are unmatched. Thanks Robert C. Code Enforcement Officer, College Park Maryland ---------------------------------------------------------------- "I am enjoying the course so far and my wife is looking forward to the reading and viewing the material next. We are getting into riding for the health benefits and have been away from our bikes for a few years other than some occasional riding over the past several years. Like many people I can honestly say we where never taught proper riding techniques so we decided it was time to learn things the right way." Tom G. MA
Like
you, when I first started venturing further from home I was
intimidated by the more complex traffic situations I encountered.
My lack of skills prevented me from going where I wanted. Overtime,
I acquired the skills needed to bicycle safely and confidently
anywhere I wanted. I learned where the crashes happen and what
to look for to see if a crash is likley. I learned how and where
to postion myself to greatly increase the motorists abilty
to see me. This body of knowledge took years and thousands
of miles to acquire. This course will save you from the anxiety
of not knowing how to handle complex traffic situations and
increase you abilty to go where you want confidently and safely.
Take
the Mystery Out of Selecting the Equipment While riding a bicycle is a reltively safe activity it is not an activity without risks. Even if you don’t fall or crash ill fitting equipment and clothing can lead to injuries.
Learn
eye-opening information Unfortunately, most adults are riding bicycles using the same skills and advice they received when they were kids riding around the neighborhood. Stay away from cars, stay on sidewalk, and use hand signals. What worked then, won’t work now. Once you leave your neighborhood streets the traffic gets more complex, road conditions vary and the variety of crashes you are exposed to increases. The time and road tested information you will acquire is a prerequisite to safe bicycling. Knowledge is power and you will have the power to be more in control on your bicycle than ever before
Mistakes
happen Sometimes no matter what you do, someone does something stupid and you have to react. If you do not know how to react, the consequences can be dire. It can mean the difference between going through a windshield and completely avoiding the crash Do
not become a crash statistic. Obtaining knowledge can be done by either first hand experience or following in the footsteps of those who have already been there. As you know, bicycling is not an activity without risks and it makes common sense to minimize your risks. You could spend hours searching the Internet for information and spend your time in the saddle trying to figure out what is the safest thing to do at an intersection but you don't need to. I have taken the time to write compile and produce videos to create the first self-study bicycle safety course. You will not only get life saving information, but also a first person perspective of riding through traffic. This self-study course will let you develop your skills at your own pace. You will not be forced into traffic situations that will intimidate you. As part of the course, you will have access to me via e-mail to answer your questions. As a consultant, I am paid $175.00/hour for my knowledge and opinions. As an instructor, I get $400-$500/class and class sizes are limited. For this Internet offiering I am making the course available either online or on DVD. Normally the online version of this course sells for $29.95. However for a limited time you will receive immediate access to the course and bonus offers two, three and four described below. A total value $80.80. for $24.95 Normally,
I sell the high resolution DVD alone for $39.95, but for
this Internet offering I am offering the course and the four
bonuses below for the low price of $39.95: A $135.70 value. BONUS
#1 Access to the downloadable version of the course so you can get started right now BONUS
#2 Access to the downloadable version of "Bicycling is More the Balance"; the course text that complements to video course. BONUS
#3 Special Report: Tips on how to organize a bike rodeo. Find out what you need to bring bicycle safety to your community. BONUS
#4 Special Report: An interactive listing of the on-line bike maps in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia
I am so sure you will be satisfied with your self-study course that If for any reason in the next 90 days, you are not satisfied with your purchase you will get your money back no questions ask. These offers are for a limited time only: You can get the online version of the course video, immediate access to the 48 page e-book ”Bicycling is More than Balance”,and the special reports, and $80.80 value for only $24.95 or the course in high resolution on DVD, immediate access to the 48 page e-book ”Bicycling is More than Balance”, online access to the course video and all the bonuses mentioned above, A $135.70 value for only $39.95 or the course on high resolution DVD for $21.97 Satisfy your desire to learn and improve your bicycle safety skills. To order the online version of the course and the download the e-book Bicycling is More than Balance, get immediate access to the online videos and the special reports, click on the button below.
$21.97
Regardless of which version you purchase you may want to get a Certificate of Completion. If you are a taking the course for work you will need a certificate of completion to satisify your risk manager. Even if you don't need it for work, it is good to have a certificate in your records. If you do get into a crash and it goes to court, one of the first questions you will be asked is "Have you taken a bicycle safety course?" This certificate will serve as your proof that you have recieved training from Leage of American Bicyclist certifed instructor. For an additional $15.00 you will have access to an online thirty question test on the information presented in the videos and the e-book "Bicycling is More Than Balance" You will see the results of your test immediately. After receiving notification that you have completed the test. I will send you your signed certificate of completion.
Bicycling is an activity that has brought me many hours of joy, a great sense of independence, and many personal bests. It is my hope that after taking this course you too will truly discover what bicycling can do for you.
Tailwinds, Mark
Horowitz PS
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