HELMET AND ROAD RULES
We supply helmets with all our biking tours (except when just renting a bike) but you may want to consider bringing your own if you are taking a long tour as helmets are a personal item.
We recommend helmets to be worn at all times when riding, always wear a correctly adjusted helmets(that fits snugly on your head and does not tip forwards or backward).
Always ride at the speed you are comfortable with. Do not over do it or ride beyond your abilities as accidents are not fun. If some stretches are too technical for you, it is better to walk than fall !
Always ride at least on other person in case of difficulty. Give each other plenty of space on the tracks- nothing is worse than a pile up!
The person in front has right of way and may not be aware of what a person behind is doing. So if overtaking, let the person in front know which side you are passing on.
Always stop at junctions unless specifically told not to by the guide; if in double as to the route, stop and wait for the rest of the group or the leader. www.vietnambiketours.com If you get lost, go back to the last place where you were sure saw other group members and wait there where will will find you.
In general, the leader rides at or near the back of the group and the supported vehicles(where applicable) are right at the back. With 2 guides, one will be towards the front, one will be at the back.
For safety, always know the final destination for each day and carry some money, emergency numbers.
Drink plenty of water and take some energy bars in case you get hungry between meals.
Dogs warning: do not try to race off. Stop and get off your bike, keep it between you and the dogs and pretend to throw a stone and throw one if you have.
Before touring
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OFF HIGHWAY 1
