Was looking at THIS and its a shame its not open to everyone in the UK But these Apps are very handy if You have not done First Aid before and also like Myself brush up on Your first Aid Skills.
I think Everyone should know basic First Aid.
First aid for cyclists app Our First Aid for Cyclists app has tips on how to turn your cycling equipment into first aid kit. The app aims to give every cyclist the skills to deal with the most common cycling injuries, including head injuries, cuts and grazes, and muscle injuries.
First aid advice app Available for Android, BlackBerry and iPhone mobile device users, our first aid advice app provides easy to follow advice on a range of first aid scenarios, including CPR , diabetic emergencies, choking and allergic reactions. This can also be had in a pocket sized guide Here
12 comments
monkeyhanger75
1 Sep 17#1
Is the first step not to ride through red lights or not to pass by wagons and buses on their left?
nathan3007 to monkeyhanger75
1 Sep 17#2
Or zoom in and out of traffic
K0YS
1 Sep 17#3
Step 1. Get bike Step 2. Follow highway code
Dolphinzz
2 Sep 17#4
Been free for ages, or at least has been before as I found out about this app a few years back via HUKD
the__cat
2 Sep 17#5
Step 1. Do not shout at pedestrians. Step 2. Do not hit pedestrians. Step 3. Do not blame motorists when you do hit a pedestrian. Step 4. Call 999.
SineTimore77 to the__cat
2 Sep 17#6
Edit: Step 3. Do not blame motorists when you do hit a pedestrian (unless motorist(s) fall into the "total moron" category and impatiently overtakes within inches of the cyclist)
the__cat to SineTimore77
2 Sep 17#7
So it's ok for a cyclist to hit a pedestrian if it means saving himself?
Hmmm, selfish, just as I thought!
Saying that, I suppose you think it's ok for a cyclist to pass cars, buses and trucks on the inside "within inches" when it suits them, yes?
SineTimore77 to the__cat
2 Sep 17#8
I'm going to take a wild guess based on the content of your response that you don't cycle?!
My comment was meant to follow on from what I assumed was a humorous comment - my mistake obviously.
Just to clarify most cyclists where possible try to avoid colliding with pedestrians and motorists, mainly because the cyclist will more than likely end up with worse injuries and more importantly damage their precious bike! However, I can't speak for the cyclists that switch between road and path, jump red lights etc. that is not myself and unfortunately you will always get numpty's both on bikes and in cars - such is life!
In response to your last comment, I usually overtake other road users in the middle of the road (drivers side) but only when traffic is still or slow moving. This is the safest way to overtake as most drivers don't check their mirrors or watch out for cyclists.
The biggest problem is the small number of drivers (most are fine) who see cyclists as an annoyance that shouldn't be on the road rather than a fellow road user.
EllEzDee
2 Sep 17#9
Can't tell which side's whinier, the motorists or the cyclists?
SineTimore77 to EllEzDee
2 Sep 17#10
Hahaha yeah my bad, guess it touched a nerve....no more whining!
Btw heat added, nice one OP :wink:
bbuckle
2 Sep 17#11
Blimey, looking at some of the anti-cyclist comments here you can see why cyclist might need to learn first aid!
metallica182
3 Sep 17#12
I cycle and I drive.
Most annoying thing that happens when cycling is the number of people who don't look around before stepping into the road. They think because they can't hear a car that the road is clear. People even do it when pushing children in prams. Crazy. Look around before stepping into the road!
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But these Apps are very handy if You have not done First Aid before and also like Myself brush up on Your first Aid Skills.
I think Everyone should know basic First Aid.
First aid for cyclists app
Our First Aid for Cyclists app has tips on how to turn your cycling equipment into first aid kit. The app aims to give every cyclist the skills to deal with the most common cycling injuries, including head injuries, cuts and grazes, and muscle injuries.
First aid advice app
Available for Android, BlackBerry and iPhone mobile device users, our first aid advice app provides easy to follow advice on a range of first aid scenarios, including CPR , diabetic emergencies, choking and allergic reactions.
This can also be had in a pocket sized guide Here
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Step 2. Follow highway code
Step 2. Do not hit pedestrians.
Step 3. Do not blame motorists when you do hit a pedestrian.
Step 4. Call 999.
Hmmm, selfish, just as I thought!
Saying that, I suppose you think it's ok for a cyclist to pass cars, buses and trucks on the inside "within inches" when it suits them, yes?
My comment was meant to follow on from what I assumed was a humorous comment - my mistake obviously.
Just to clarify most cyclists where possible try to avoid colliding with pedestrians and motorists, mainly because the cyclist will more than likely end up with worse injuries and more importantly damage their precious bike! However, I can't speak for the cyclists that switch between road and path, jump red lights etc. that is not myself and unfortunately you will always get numpty's both on bikes and in cars - such is life!
In response to your last comment, I usually overtake other road users in the middle of the road (drivers side) but only when traffic is still or slow moving. This is the safest way to overtake as most drivers don't check their mirrors or watch out for cyclists.
The biggest problem is the small number of drivers (most are fine) who see cyclists as an annoyance that shouldn't be on the road rather than a fellow road user.
Btw heat added, nice one OP :wink:
Most annoying thing that happens when cycling is the number of people who don't look around before stepping into the road. They think because they can't hear a car that the road is clear. People even do it when pushing children in prams. Crazy. Look around before stepping into the road!