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Bike Safety

Safety tips
Preventing theft
Contact University Police
Programs and Resources

Safety and Theft

Bicycle Safety Tips

Keep bike in good repair, checking tires, spokes, brakes, pedals and chains.
Be sure bell or horn works properly.
Be sure light is visible for 500ft and reflector for 300ft when riding at night.
Obey all traffic signs and signals.
Always give hand signals before turning.
Yield to pedestrians at crossings or on sidewalks.
Never race or play games on public streets.
Wear a helmet for best protection.

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Preventing & Reporting Theft

Use a quality case-hardened steel U-bolt lock.
Secure the bike at least through the frame and rear wheel to a bicycle rack.
Engrave your driver’s license number on the frame of the bike.
To contact University Police Department (UPD) call 979.845.2345
Report theft or suspicious behavior around bike racks to UPD immediately
You can also reach UPD by using any of the Blue Police Help phone on campus

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For questions about bicycles on campus, email the Alternative Transportation Coordinator at bikes@tamu.edu.