
Tips from The League of American Bicyclists
Protect yourself
- Visibility can be limited, so wear bright clothing
- Wear waterproof clothing that is breathable with layers underneath
Protect your bike
- Front and rear fenders will keep you and your bike dry
- Lube your chain before and/or after a wet ride to replace the lube that washed off
- Drip chain lube down into your brake and shifter cables to avoid rust
Cornering
- Make your turns slowly
- If you need to brake during a turn, apply the brakes slowly
Braking
- Water on the rims will make it harder to stop
- Apply the brakes lightly to clean off the rims before you need to stop
- Allow a greater distance for stopping
Hazards
- Bridges, metal grates and painted lines and crosswalks can be very slick
- Avoid puddles as they may conceal deep potholes
- During the first few minutes of rain, oil seeps from the roadway making it very slick