Potholes and debris
Keep your eyes up the road so you can move out of the way of the likes of broken glass and loose gravel. If you can’t avoid an obstacle, stand on your pedals and relax your arms and legs. Don’t hit the brakes – momentum will help carry you over.
Rain
Ride a little slower than usual and give yourself longer to slow down and make yourself as visible as possible with bright clothing.
Railway tracks
Always cross the tracks as close to 90 degrees as possible. By making your path perpendicular to the grooves, you’re less likely to fall into them. If the tracks are raised or rutted, coast over them without braking.
Wet leaves or metal
Brake and slow down before, for example, rolling over rain-soaked drain covers. When your tires make contact, coast – don’t pedal or brake. Accelerating or hitting the brakes can cause your wheels to slide out.
Motor vehicles
Keep an eye out for cars exiting/entering driveways or other turns. If a car is slowing but not signalling, assume it’s going to turn anyway, and wait to see what it does before you proceed.
Source: Bicycling
