The Complete Guide to Public Safety Cycling

Preface ix Acknowledgements x SECTION I: PUBLIC SAFETY CYCLING 2(170) A Brief History of Public Safety Cycling 4(8) Introduction 4(1) Police Cycling 4(3) EMS Bike Operations 7(2) International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) 9(2) References 11(1) The Public Safety Bike Unit 12(8) Introduction 12(1) Benefits of Bikes in Public Safety 12(6) Access and Maneuverability 12(1) Awareness 13(1) Public Contact 14(1) Positive Public Image 14(1) Cost Efficiency 15(1) Environmental Benefits 15(1) Versatility 16(2) Limitations of Bike Patrol 18(1) Accidents and Injury 18(1) Misidentification 18(1) Weather 19(1) Cargo Limitations 19(1) Communications 19(1) Misperception 19(1) Conclusion 19(1) References 19(1) Bicycles 20(14) Introduction 20(1) Bicycle Types 21(2) Reasons for Using a Mountain Bike 22(1) Bicycle Frames 23(1) Bicycle Components 24(1) The Drive Train 24(2) Shifters 24(2) Derailleurs 26(1) Crank Arms 26(1) Wheel Assembly 26(4) Rims 26(1) Spokes 27(1) Hubs 27(1) Tires, Inner Tubes, and Puncture Prevention 27(2) Brake Systems 29(1) Suspension 30(1) Front Suspension 30(1) Full Suspension 30(1) Bike Fit 31(2) Conclusion 33(1) References 33(1) On-Bike Equipment 34(8) Introduction 34(1) Saddles 34(2) Pedal Retention Devices 36(1) PowerGrips 37(1) Toe Clips 37(1) Clipless Pedals 37(1) Headlamps 37(1) Audible Warning Devices 37(1) Bags, Panniers, and Racks 38(2) Rack Bags and Panniers 38(1) The Rack 38(2) Backpacks 40(1) Bar Ends 40(1) Kickstands 40(1) Bottom Bracket Kickstand 41(1) Rear-mount Kickstands 41(1) Two-legged Kickstands 41(1) Water Bottle Cages 41(1) Cyclo-Computers 41(1) Conclusion 41(1) References 41(1) Clothing and Personal Protective