New commuter, cycling rules, tips or ettiquettes?

[Orbea]

Hey guys just took up cycling because driving to uni is a waste of money, petrol, time and cycling is pollution free =D

Got myself a road bike and everything so I was just wondering if there was any rules, ettiquettes etc that I should follow (don't want to frustrate all you pro cyclists out there haha)

Cheers guys.

[Aushiker]

Hi

Well my only suggestion would be to obey the road rules in your state. I reckon that would be a good start and oh skimming through this forum for threads on drafting and lights might help or not on the etiquette question .

Finally, try and share with respect. That probably goes a long way.

Andrew

[trailgumby]

1: Follow the road rules.
2: Make sure you are seen
3: Assume you haven't been
4: Employ the Theory of Big
5: See item 1.

[goneriding]

1: Follow the road rules.
2: Make sure you are seen
3: Assume you haven't been
4: Employ the Theory of Big
5: See item 1.

+1. Especially to number 3. If in doubt stop.

One other thing I've found is to give motorists the opportunity to pass when safety permits. It seems to be appreciated.

[ngalbrai]

Is "the theory of big" taking the whole lane at pinch points etc?

Enjoy the view when riding, but dont get too distracted by hot chicks... crash and broken wrist/skinned face = lesson learnt for me...

[gavinr]

The Theory of Big explained and discussed here.