Troop On-line Activity #28 - ABC Bike Quick Check

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1st Kanata Scout Group - Beaverbrook Troop

To get credit (points) for correct answers 1st Kanata Scout must provide their first and last name. Thanks.

Joke

Alex: How can you tell when a Scout has earned the Cooking merit badge?
Andy: How?
Alex: He makes good use of his thyme.

Saying (to think about)

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication

ABC Bike Quick Check

The ABC (Air, Brakes, Chain) Bike Quick Check is a great way to check your bike before setting out for a ride to make sure it is safe and in good working order.

Below is an example of the ABC Bike Quick Check from Ontario Road Safety. The "Young Cyclist's Guide" from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation: http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/pdfs/young-cyclist-guide.pdf also includes one and other helpful information for cyclists.

1) Your front tire on your bike is flat. Would your bike pass the ABC Bike Quick Check? Check the box next to the correct answer.

1 point

Yes, it would pass the ABC Bike Quick Check

No, it would not pass the ABC Bike Quick Check

2) Why would the bike in this picture not pass the ABC Bike Quick Check? Check the box next to the most correct answer.

1 point

The front wheel is not straight/true (at the time the picture was taken)

Brake cables are worn

The rear tire is flat

3) The handlebars on your bike are loose and can turn without turning the front wheel. Would your bike pass the ABC Bike Quick Check? Check the box next to the correct answer.

1 point

Yes, it would pass the ABC Bike Quick Check

No, it would not pass the ABC Bike Quick Check

4) Why would the bike in this picture not pass the ABC Bike Quick Check? Check the box next to the most correct answer.

1 point