340: Staying Safe on Bicycle Adventures

Look, we all know there’s some inherent risk in bikepacking, bike touring and even bike commuting. Between bad infrastructure and inattentive drivers, we assume some degree of risk every time we’re in the saddle. But as with anything, there are things we can do to make our bicycle adventures safer than by doing nothing. On this episode, some thoughts on all the things you can do to have a safer ride!

Safety Considerations on Bicycle Adventures Route and Destination Safety Traffic and Road Safety Gear and Equipment Health and First Aid on the Road Wildlife and Environmental Safety Personal Security and Theft Prevention Emergency Preparedness