How to put your bike in order in 5 steps

Before getting on your mount, it is important to check if everything still holds the road. Some tips for inspecting your bicycle.

 

1- We put pressure

During winter storage, air chambers, even if they are airtight, tend to deflate. “By riding with an improperly inflated tire, you put more effort into moving forward and, above all, you become more vulnerable to punctures,” says Magali Bebronne, program manager at Vélo Québec. We add air, therefore, but no question of going blindly! The recommended pressure in PSI (pound per square inch) is indicated on the sidewall of the tire. This can be achieved with precision using a pump fitted with a pressure gauge. We take the opportunity to take a look at the condition of the tires. If the rubber is cracked, it has lost its elasticity. In short, the tire will have to be replaced.

 

2- We pamper the chain

Next step: checking the transmission system, starting with the chain. “If it is impregnated with dirt, we use a degreaser to clean the mesh with a toothbrush or a tool specially designed for this purpose,” says Thomas Gehrig, bicycle technician at La Cordée Boutique, in Montreal. Dish soap can work well, but a degreaser designed for this purpose will loosen more.

 

We then tackle the lubrication, very important, to be carried out when the chain has completely dried. “If you see traces of rust on the surface, don’t worry. It does not bother at all”, underlines Thomas Gehrig. Apply a drop of lubricant per 5 to 10 links of the chain by actuating the crankset, then remove the excess with a rag. “Be careful not to put too much”, advises the technician.

 

3- We maximize our visibility

“To prevent accidents, we make sure we are visible to other road users,” recalls Magali Bebronne. Those who have read the Highway Safety Code – a fascinating bedside reading – know that any bicycle must have six reflectors: one white at the front and one red at the rear, at least one visibility accessory (reflector or reflective strip) on the front wheel and the rear wheel, as well as a yellow or white reflector at each pedal (or the cyclist must wear reflective strips at each ankle).

 

At nightfall, the Highway Safety Code requires the use of a white headlight at the front and a red at the rear, which may or may not be flashing. Violators face fines of $ 80 to $ 100.

 

4- We reduce the transmission to silence

The transmission of a bicycle must not make noise. “If it squeaks, it is a sign that there is a problem”, indicates Magali Bebronne. Small adjustments can then be made using a screwdriver. How to do it? There are two screws on the derailleur that you tighten or loosen, sliding this part to the left or the right. We align the derailleur like this. But if our bike screams at the slightest turn of the crank, it is better to go to the nearest workshop.

 

5- We maintain the braking system

Being able to brake safely and effectively is essential. Make sure that the brake pads are in good condition – these are the parts that come into contact with the wheel rims when braking. “These skates have grooves. If they have almost disappeared, it’s time to change them,” explains Magali Bebronne.

 

We then check whether the pads are properly aligned. They should close on the center of the rim and not on the tire, without constantly rubbing on the rim. In the case of disc brakes, such as high-end mounts, the condition of the pads is examined, which can be damaged in transport or storage. “They have to be perfectly straight,” says Thomas Gehrig. Otherwise, a visit to the workshop is required.

 

When the brakes are applied, the wheels should lock firmly. That’s the job of the cables, but they often become misaligned over time. You don’t need an engineering degree to fix the problem – just adjust the tension with the adjusting barrels on the lever. No tools are required, these parts are handled with the fingers. “At the same time, you can see that the brake lever does not trap your fingers when it is fully actuated. If that happens, that means the brake is too soft,” says Magali Bebronne.

 

Which lubricant to choose?

There are two types of lubricant on the market: “Dry”, for dry environments, and “Wet”, more viscous, for humid conditions. Both do a good job, but the “Dry” formula requires more regular application. For example, if you’ve been driving in the rain, you have to put some back on before the next outing. However, this product has the advantage of being less messy than the other for clothes and legs. A plus when traveling on two wheels to go to work or a restaurant.

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High Visibility: 360° day and night visibility. These safety vests are made of high-quality neon green and silver reflective material. Adjustable and available in sizes for children and adults.

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Materials: The High Visibility Gachas Reflective Safety Vest is unisex. Made of knitted fabric, 100% polyester fabric, and reflective material, it has the characteristics of breathable, lightweight, and durable. Reflective Gachas workwear is more breathable than stretch warp low knit fabric. Perfect for the summer!

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Red lights, misinterpretations, cycle paths: what can we do by bike (or not)?

While the number of cyclists would have increased with the health crisis, altercations between cyclists, pedestrians, and motorists are increasing … against a background of ignorance of the Highway Code. After the viral video of a cyclist attacked by a driver in Fives, we take stock, based on questions from readers and the expertise of the Droit au Vélo association.

 

If there is a cycle path, are cyclists obliged to take it?

Yes, but… A cycle path (or a cycle lane) is only obligatory if the round blue sign with a bicycle is present. And mopeds are only allowed on cycle paths if a sign indicates it. The rest of the time, the cyclist can move on the road like other vehicles, positioning himself to the right of the road, except when cars are parked to his right: he can then ride in the middle of the road to protect himself from untimely door openings!

 

 

Are cyclists allowed to ride in the wrong direction?

It depends … Cyclists have the right to go against the flow in two cases: in pedestrian-bicycle “meeting areas” and in an area limited to 30 km / h if there is a sign “except cyclist” in one direction. not allowed. Local authorities are also required to affix this sign in all one-way streets limited to 30 km / h (except in very specific cases to be justified by the municipality).

 

Are cyclists allowed to ride on sidewalks?

No in town. It is forbidden in town… unless the cyclist is under 8 years old! Otherwise, to go on a sidewalk or cross a pedestrian crossing, you have to walk next to your bike. The same in pedestrian zones, the pedestrian remains their priority. So ride at a walk (at least at less than 20 km / h) and get off your bike when the flow of pedestrians is too high.

 

Outside the built-up area, unless otherwise indicated which is sometimes marked by a “greenway” sign, adults are prohibited from driving on sidewalks except along paved roads or roads in repair.

 

Can cyclists take a red light?

Yes sometimes. Overall, as for other users, the rules of the highway code apply to bicycles traveling on the road or a cycle lane: non-crossing of white lines, speed limits, right-of-way, give way, or traffic lights. But to improve fluidity when changing direction, some lights are fitted to allow cyclists to turn right or continue straight ahead, while the light for other users is red. The sign indicating it is a red triangle with a yellow bicycle and an arrow.

 

Are they allowed to ride side by side?

Yes. As long as the passage in the opposite direction remains possible, it is authorized to drive two abreast, but you must stand in single file when a car arrives from the rear.

 

Are they allowed to go back up the line of cars (and on which side)?

Yes. The cyclist has the right to pass a car that is moving slowly or which is stationary, but only in the left lane to remain visible to the cars. The cyclist is not allowed to overtake on the right. The bicycle SAS, sometimes present at intersections, allow cyclists to position themselves at the front of the line and be more visible to motorists to start before them.

 

Are cyclists required to wear a reflective vest with reflective tape?

Yes. They must wear a retro-reflective vest when traveling outside built-up areas, at night, or if visibility is insufficient. This also applies to its passengers. As there is compulsory equipment for cars, there is also for bicycles: two brakes, front and rear a yellow or white front light and a red rear light, reflectors (reflective device) of red color to the rear, white at the front and orange on the sides and the pedals and an audible warning device, the sound of which can be heard at least 50 meters away. Finally, a helmet is compulsory for children under 12.

 

Can a cyclist who infringes the Highway Code have his permit points withdrawn?

No. The judge can sanction the suspension of a cyclist’s driving license for an offense, such as crossing a red light or driving under the influence of alcohol. As this introduces a difference in treatment between those who have the license and the others, the judge cannot suspend a cyclist’s license.

When flickers work: an experiment on pedestrian visibility in headlights

Do pedestrians – and all of us, even avid drivers, someday act in their role – to wear reflective clothing so that you don’t get knocked down in the dark? Which reflective clothing should you choose? How to wear it correctly? Whom will it help more: a child or an adult?

 

For children under the age of seven, the choice of reflective clothing is not bad. But buying it for schoolchildren and adults is a problem. Reflective vests or flicker bracelets are easy to find. There are also bags for changing shoes and school backpacks with reflective stripes. Correspondents of Auto review uploaded all this to the editorial “Kalina” and went to the auto testing ground.

 

We put the car at a fixed point to shoot the headlights, placed marking cones (it is easy to determine the distance of the pedestrian’s visibility from them), turned on the dipped beam – and first, experimentally, we found the distance at which a schoolchild in dark clothes is no longer visible in the beams of Kalinov’s headlights: 160 meters. This, by the way, is not bad: the Lada head light beats powerfully.

 

Now let’s put on something reflective for adults and children. AND?

 

The adult’s jacket shone in the headlights like a searchlight, but the stripes on the children’s down jacket barely smoldered.

 

The dim light was reflected by the decorations on the backpack. Although there is a much more important nuance with them: you can easily turn into invisibility if you turn to the car sideways when crossing the road or walk towards it, leaving your backpack and bag behind your back.

 

The same goes for the reflective bracelet (flicker). It can be hidden from the headlights in no time. Therefore, if we are to wear flickers, then it is better in pairs: one on the right hand, the other on the left.

 

A vest is most effective. Just like the jacket, embroidered with bright reflectors: they are visible from any angle!

 

But do reflectors help to increase visibility? How much longer will the driver have in terms of distance and, therefore, in time to spot pedestrians in time and slow down? The bag with “sparkles” disappeared into the dark already 180 meters from the car – it will help to “win” only 20 meters. A backpack with a patch disappeared into the darkness at 240 meters. The bracelets on the arms stopped returning the light three hundred meters away. The driver could no longer distinguish the vest on the child at a distance of 320 meters. And the farthest managed to go to an adult in a fashionable jacket, embroidered with reflective stripes – 368 meters!

 

In other words, the correct reflective clothing can more than double the distance at which a pedestrian can be seen. But at a speed of 90 km / h, the “extra” 160-200 meters in a few seconds that the driver will have in stock.

 

Interestingly, when the same flickers and vests were worn by adults instead of children, the visibility distance increased by 15-20 meters. And if you remove the reflective bracelets from your hands and put them on your feet, the recognition distance is reduced by 80 meters. That is, the higher the reflector is located, the more noticeable it is! That is why jackets and hats with “luminous” stripes are much more effective, for example, trousers or shoes.

 

And clothes with reflectors are more effective than flickers – after all, fixed elements are more reliable than removable ones: ordinary flickers break, are forgotten, and are lost. Clothes, however, cannot be forgotten or lost: if you don’t get dressed, you will freeze.

 

Reflective elements of clothing work according to somewhat different principles than reflectors known to all, that is, reflective “mirror” traps.

 

The first principle: fluorescent paint is applied to the fabric with the addition of a phosphor: a substance capable of converting the energy absorbed by it (primarily light) into light radiation. And the second – a reflective film with a special layer of light-transmitting polymer with the inclusion of glass microspheres that are glued or sewn onto the fabric. Its ability to reflect directionally is explained both by the intense accumulation of light by microspheres and by the mirror-lens effect, resulting from special surface treatment of the microspheres. And to increase the intensity of light reflection, a “mirror” reflective layer is placed under the microspheres.

What to take with you on a bike trip?

The cycling season is slowly beginning, so it’s worth having a list of accessories that will be useful for your bike. During bicycle trips and rides, it is important to have adequate supplies – especially if you are going on a longer trip. Our list of essential cycling accessories and gadgets includes both the basics and those worth having, but not so obvious. See the TOP 10 bicycle accessories that you shouldn’t go anywhere without!

 

What to take with you on the bike? A must for every cyclist

Spring is blooming, and thus – the season for cycling and cycling trips, both recreational and more professional, is slowly beginning. One thing is certain – you need to be properly prepared for both. Sure, there’s nothing wrong with spontaneously hopping onto a bike in sweatpants on a Friday night, but with the right gear and provisions, every trip will be a lot more fun!

 

There are a few things to keep in mind when going for a bike ride. Check out below a detailed list of accessories that should not be missed when preparing for a bike trip!

 

What to wear on a bicycle? Appropriate clothing is essential!

In the beginning, it is worth ensuring an appropriate and comfortable outfit.

 

Cycling pants should be made of soft, permeable material, but most of all they should have short legs – we don’t want the fabric to catch on the pedal or, worse, to get caught in the chain. Choose special cycling pants or wear regular sweatpants or leggings.

In the case of shoes, it is worth paying attention to the fact that they have hard soles – in the case of soft soles, we can overload the foot. We should also try to keep the laces tightly tied (if we cannot wear unlaced shoes) to avoid them getting tangled up in parts of the bike.

At the top, we can wear a regular undershirt, although it is worth thinking about a thermoactive shirt. For a longer trip, take a sports jacket or a raincoat – it will come in handy when it gets colder or when the weather changes.

Accessories without which you cannot get on the bike! A list of things that are essential

Our list of accessories and gadgets that must be in your inventory during a bike ride includes both classic things and those that do not seem mandatory at first glance but make the trip pleasant and prevent unpleasant incidents and accidents. Below you can check out our TOP 10 bicycle accessories.

 

These things will be useful for your bike:

Repair kit (spare tube/paddles with a pump, tool kit, chain breaker)

Lunch (isotonic drink, bar, fruit, water)

Cape / vest / raincoat with reflective tapes

Telephone, odometer

Helmet and pads

Small backpack/kidney / pannier

Reflective bands

A set of patches for punctured tubes

Plasters, bandages, disinfectant

Take a change of t-shirt

Mandatory bicycle equipment

Mandatory bicycle equipment. Do you need a bell? What about the helmet and vest? Regardless of whether the two-wheeler accompanies you daily or occasionally, it should meet strict technical requirements and be equipped with several elements. The police clearly emphasize that a bicycle, like other vehicles – cars, motorcycles, or mopeds, must meet safety requirements. And although many cyclists may approach this issue with ignorance, it is worth emphasizing that what a bicycle should be equipped with is regulated by law.

Do you love recreational bike rides? Or maybe it’s your primary means of transport? Regardless, you need to know these rules! The regulation of the Minister of Infrastructure on the technical conditions of vehicles and the scope of their necessary equipment provides for the necessary equipment for a bicycle. Naturally, a two-wheeler should be operational, but what mandatory equipment should it have?

Mandatory bicycle equipment

at the front – at least one white or selective yellow position light (maybe flashing);

at the rear – at least one red reflex reflector not triangular in shape and at least one red position lamp (maybe flashing);

at least one effective brake;

with a bell or other warning signal with a non-piercing sound.

Every cyclist from dusk to dawn or in the tunnel is obliged to use the lights that are obligatory on the bicycle. Also, he must take particular care and turn on the lights with which the bicycle is equipped (front and rear) in conditions of reduced air transparency (fog, rain, etc.).

When riding during the day with good visibility, the position lights of the bicycle may be dismantled, while the mandatory reflector must be installed permanently.

Additional bicycle equipment

In addition to what is an absolute requirement, it is worth equipping our bike with additional elements that will improve our safety. What is it worth, so to “arm yourself”?

What is the obligatory equipment of a bicycle?

at the front – white reflective light;

on wheels – car yellow reflectors (at least one per wheel);

on pedals – yellow reflective lights;

Continuous ring-shaped reflective stripe on both sides of the tire, or continuous ring-shaped reflective elements on the side surfaces of the wheels.

Are a helmet and a bicycle vest mandatory?

This question always raises the greatest doubts. No, a bicycle helmet is not an element required by law, but it affects the safety of the cyclist. Such protection can significantly reduce the severity of a possible bicycle accident. The situation is similar to the reflective vest. Bright green, orange or pink is optional. There is no doubt, however, that it definitely improves our visibility, and therefore safety, especially if we travel after dark.

Bicycle brakes

It does not matter what kind of brakes – rim, disc, or pedal brakes – our bike is equipped with. The brakes are supposed to be functional, or at least one of them.

Bicycle bell

A bicycle bell is a must-have, it is worth remembering that it should emit a moderately sharp signal. Yes, to warn, not to frighten. It is also worth emphasizing in what circumstances we can use it. Its use is fully justified on bicycle routes where the cyclist has priority. We can “call” on the pedestrians and other cyclists on the bicycle path. Otherwise on the sidewalk. In theory, a cyclist should not ride on it, and if he does, calling pedestrians is not allowed!

What are the obligatory equipment for cycling

You embark on the daily commute to cycle to work or to get around. And you wonder if your bike is equipped as it should. Here is the video that will answer your questions to ride legally and safely.

To ride a bicycle, minimum equipment is mandatory according to the Highway Code. Doorbell, lighting, yellow vest, helmet, we summarize everything for you. You will be able to check if your bicycle has everything you need before you start your travels. Especially since the premium of 50 € for the repair of a bicycle is extended until the end of 2020.

One of the safety issues is above all to be seen by other road users, especially motorists.

Reflectors

These small retro-reflective elements must be on all bikes, at all times, day and night. They are placed in several places on the bike.

A red reflector on the back (or on the trailer, if you have one).

Orange reflectors visible from the side: they are fitted in the spokes (at least one per wheel). If your bike does not have one, it is possible to buy them.

In front, a white or yellow reflector.

And on the pedals, orange reflectors.

Fires

They are compulsory only for driving at night, or during the day when visibility is poor (tunnel, fog). You need two lights:

A position light at the front, emitting yellow or white light, “non-dazzling”, specifies the Highway Code.

A red rear position light must be visible from the rear when the bicycle is in use. Please note, the legislation provides that flashing lights are reserved for hazard lights or turn signals, therefore the lights must be fixed.

Even when there is a street light, the cyclist must have lights. But the Highway Code is imprecise on the power or models required.

Not having a traffic light is punishable by a fixed fine of 11 €.

The yellow vest

The high visibility vest with reflective tape is not compulsory, except outside built-up areas at night or during the day when visibility is insufficient, again outside built-up areas. In these circumstances, not wearing it may result in a € 35 fine.

The retro-reflective or high-visibility vest works, like the reflectors, by retro-reflection. It can also be orange.

The neon color also allows you to be seen from afar when it is daylight. It is then useful even if it is not obligatory.

A doorbell

The bell is compulsory. And it must be able to be heard at least 50 m away. The Highway Code specifies that “the warning device” is “made up of a bell or a bell”. That’s all. Forget the fog horns or horns that make you goofy. Again, not owning one can cost a flat-rate fine of € 11.

Small reminder, it is forbidden to ride with earphones or headphones. Our ears must be able to hear what is going on around us.

Helmet

Helmets are compulsory only for children under 12, and even if they are only passengers. Adults who accompany a child under the age of twelve on a bicycle, but without a helmet, or who transport one without a helmet either, are liable to a fine of € 135.

The issue of mandatory helmets for adults comes up regularly in the debate. Cycling advocates often find this a false good idea, because, to avoid accidents, we should first and foremost develop dedicated bike paths. Especially since forced to wear a helmet would decrease the number of people ready to get on the bike.

Brakes

Finally, of course, you need brakes on your bike. At the front and the back. It can cost you a 68 € fine if your braking system does not comply. If you bring out your old bike that has not been used for a long time, do not hesitate to have them serviced.

How to safely travel by bike? Cyclist’s rights and obligations

Many factors affect the safety of cyclists, from the time of day to weather conditions. However, the most important thing is the behavior of the cyclists themselves, above all respecting road traffic regulations and the ability to anticipate dangerous situations.

The cyclist is obliged to have such bicycle equipment as at least one white or selective yellow position light (maybe a flashing light) at the front, at least one red reflective light with a shape other than a triangle, and at least one red position light at the rear, at least one effective brake, bell or another warning signal with non-piercing sound.

The cyclist is obliged to:

use a cycle path or a bicycle lane if it is marked for the direction in which it is moving or intends to turn,

exercise extreme caution and give way to pedestrians when it moves along the path for bicycles and pedestrians.

If there is no road intended specifically for cyclists or it cannot be used e.g. due to road works, then the rider should move along the roadside, and if it is not suitable for driving – along the road (as close to the right edge as possible).

The law prohibits the use of bicycles on expressways and highways.

Exception: A cyclist may use a footpath or a pedestrian path when:

looks after a bicycle driver up to 10 years old,

the width of the sidewalk along the road where vehicle traffic is allowed at a speed greater than 50 km / h is at least 2 meters and there is no dedicated cycle path and a bicycle lane

weather conditions threaten the safety of the cyclist on the road (snow, strong wind, downpour, black ice, or dense fog).

When using the sidewalk or pedestrian path, the driver is obliged to drive slowly, exercise particular caution, and give way to pedestrians.

With a child on a bicycle

Children under the age of 10 may ride a bike only under adult supervision. A child up to 7 years of age may be transported on a bicycle, provided that it is placed on an additional seat that ensures safe riding. It is allowed to transport a child in a bicycle trailer. Only a person over 17 years of age may transport a child on a bicycle or in a bicycle trailer.

Cyclist and pedestrian crossing

When approaching a pedestrian crossing, a cyclist is obliged to exercise extreme caution and give way to a pedestrian on the crossing.

Like any rider, a cyclist is prohibited from:

overtaking a vehicle at a pedestrian crossing and immediately in front of it, except for the crossing on which traffic is directed,

avoid a vehicle that was driving in the same direction, but stopped to give way to a pedestrian,

driving along the pedestrian crossing.

The cyclist is obliged to obey the following prohibitions:

ride on the road next to another road user (exceptionally, driving a bicycle on the road next to another bicycle or moped is allowed, if it does not hinder the movement of other road users or otherwise does not endanger the safety of road traffic),

clinging to vehicles,

driving without keeping at least one hand on the steering wheel and feet on the pedals,

driving a bicycle while drunk, after the use of alcohol or a substance similar to alcohol,

using a phone while driving that requires a handset or microphone to be held.

The safety of cyclists also depends on other road users. First of all, car drivers who should respect the right-of-way for cyclists in places specified by law:

when approaching the crossing for cyclists, the rider is obliged to exercise particular caution and give way to the bike on the crossing,

if it turns into a crossroad, it is also obliged to exercise extreme caution and give way to a cyclist riding straight on the road, bicycle lane, bicycle path, or another part of the road that he intends to leave,

when crossing the road for bicycles outside the road, the rider is obliged to give way to the bicycle,

the driver of the vehicle is prohibited from overtaking the vehicle on the crossing for cyclists and directly in front of it, except the crossing on which the traffic is directed.

Moreover, when overtaking a bicycle, the rider is obliged to keep a distance of not less than 1 m.

Cyclist, take care of your safety!

The bicycle traffic regulations do not require the use of protective helmets and reflective elements. However, it should be taken into account that the helmet protects the head – the part of the body most vulnerable to injury. In turn, a reflective vest with reflective tape, reflective harness, or bands make it easier for the driver to see the cyclist, especially in difficult weather conditions.

Changes to traffic rules came into force in Ukraine

In Ukraine, amendments to the traffic rules concerning drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians have come into force.

According to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the country, if earlier taxi drivers and passengers while driving in the village, and driving instructors and outside, could not use seat belts, now they must be fastened.

“This rule obliges taxi drivers to provide seat belts in both the front and back seats and to remind passengers to use them. Only drivers and passengers with disabilities, if it is physiologically impossible, as well as drivers and passengers of operational and special vehicles, are allowed not to buckle up in the village,” the ministry explained.

Also, the rule on the prohibition to change the size, shape, markings, color, and location of license plates, to apply additional marks on them, or to close them comes into force. Rooms must be clean and well-lit.

Cyclists, according to the new rules, are allowed to move along the lane for route vehicles.

Pedestrians should use reflective elements at night and in poor visibility conditions.

“At night and in conditions of insufficient visibility, pedestrians who move along the carriageway or shoulder must use reflective elements (reflective tape, sticker, vest, etc.) or wear clothes that have reflective elements. This is indicated in clause 4.4 of the SDA of Ukraine,” the message says.

Pedestrians must wear reflectors

In Ukraine, on Wednesday, November 25, several changes to the Road Traffic Rules (SDA), concerning drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians, came into force.

So, earlier, taxi drivers and passengers while driving in the village, and driving instructors and outside, could not use seat belts. According to the new rules, they must be fastened, according to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine in the telegram channel.

“This rule obliges taxi drivers to ensure the presence of seat belts in both the front and back seats and to remind passengers of the need to use them. Only drivers and passengers with disabilities are allowed not to wear them in the village if this is physiologically impossible, as well as drivers and passengers. operational and special vehicles “, – the message emphasizes.

Also, the rule on the prohibition to change the size, shape, markings, color, and location of license plates, to apply additional marks on them, or to close them comes into force. Rooms must be clean and well-lit.

Cyclists, according to the new rules, are allowed to move along the lane for route vehicles.

Pedestrians must use reflective elements at night and in poor visibility conditions.

“At night and in conditions of insufficient visibility, pedestrians who move along the carriageway or shoulder must use reflective elements (reflective tape, sticker, vest, etc.) or wear clothing that has reflective elements. This is specified in paragraph .4.4 SDA of Ukraine “, emphasized in the ministry.