Biking is fun and healthy—a great solo or group activity! Cruise this site for ideas about promoting helmet use and bike safety in your community, tips for bikers and parents, activities for kids and more.

One of the smartest things you can do to stay safe while biking is to wear a helmet. Head injuries account for two-thirds of bicycle-related deaths and one-third of non-fatal injuries. Bike helmets can reduce the risk of head injury by as much as 85%. So buckle it on and bike safe!

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