If your bike is too big, you'll have more trouble maneuvering it through traffic, so make sure you have one that you can control. Similarly, ensure all the parts of the bike work, including the brakes, so that you can stop when you need to. Make sure the helmet fits snugly but covers your head down to your ears. Push it forward so you only have 2 fingers between the front of the helmet and your eyebrows. Adjust the side straps so the bottom part of the "V" fits just below your ears. Once you click the strap under your chin, tighten it to make sure you have a secure fit. A helmet can save you from serious head injuries if you are in an accident. The more visible you are, the more likely drivers are to see you on the road. Put a white headlight on the front of your bike and a red light on the back, making yourself easier to see. Also, reflectors all over the bike will help increase your visibility at night. You can find bike light kits at most big box stores and online. Bright colors will help people see you during the day. They can also help at night, but reflective clothing is even better. Try to carry a reflective vest just for this purpose. A vest like a construction person wears is a good option. It's bright and has reflective material. Make sure you are wearing shoes, pants, and tops that are comfortable and suit the bicycle. Don't wear anything too loose that could get caught in the wheels. Pick shoes without heels that have non-slip soles. Trying to ride a bicycle in heels will give you less control over the bike, which could result in an accident. Make sure you fasten it to your back so it doesn't shift around while you're riding. Alternatively, you can mount specially designed bike bags on your bike. These bags are more comfortable to ride with than a regular backpack. Avoid dangling loose bags from your handlebars or other parts of your bike since they could get caught in the wheels. Drivers won't always be able to see you, so you need to be able to announce your presence audibly, too. With a horn or bell, you can let drivers know you're nearby so that they know to look out for you. You can find horns and bells online or at big box stores. Make sure the one you choose is loud enough that drivers will be able to hear it in their cars.
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One-sentence summary -- Ensure your bike fits you and works well. Wear a helmet that fits properly to protect your head. Add lights to your bike. Wear bright clothing during the day and reflective clothing at night. Wear comfortable clothing that won't get in the way. Place your cargo in a backpack to keep it out of the way. Put a horn or bell on your bike.


Advertise your book on your blog, social networks, and forums, to concentrate a surge of traffic that may push your book into the charts.   These could include a portrait of yourself grinning over a Kindle, or artwork related to your cover. Post these online. This could be something simple like a blog post that people can comment on, or something more elaborate like a Skype chat. Some writers recommend a lower introductory price, to get sales moving. However, if you know that you're guaranteed readers, full price may be a better business decision. However, avoid back to back posts as that is poor etiquette and in some cases, it is not allowed. Post reviews on Amazon and write blog posts linking to your reviews. Be careful to include keywords about the books, as well as their titles and authors' names. This means that people searching for related authors may end up at your blog, where you can promote your book.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose a day for your official launch. Make sure that your book details are in your email signature. Put your book's cover in your signature on forums. Take some promotional photos. Consider a virtual launch. Think about your pricing. Reply to comments on forums, to keep them alive. Read similar Kindle books.


. This tangy, sweet sauce is often used to flavor stir fries. You can buy a bottle of teriyaki sauce or mix up your own. This method for making teriyaki sauce makes enough to flavor two servings of stir fry:  Combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon rice wine, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in a saucepan. Heat the mixture and allow it to simmer until it begins to thicken and the sugar is completely dissolved. Add salt and red pepper flakes to taste. This is a simple, dead-easy sauce for stir fry that kicks it up a notch. All you need is some white wine and soy sauce. A few spoonfuls each of these two ingredients is a simple, tasty option. Dry sherry (not sweet) can also be used in place of white wine. Add salt and red pepper flakes to taste. . Peanut sauce adds a significantly different flavor than other traditional sauces. It's a popular restaurant option that can be made on your own with surprising ease. To make peanut sauce, do the following:  Combine 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon brown sugar. Add a clove of minced garlic, a few shakes of sesame oil, or red pepper flakes to enhance the flavor. Let the mixture rest in the refrigerator overnight so the flavors have time to meld. For a milder taste, use vegetable, chicken, or beef broth to flavor the stir fry. Consider mixing it with soy sauce to the strength you enjoy, then flavoring with savory herbs and spices.  Mix in a teaspoon of sugar and one of rice wine vinegar for a more traditional taste. Mix equal parts lemon juice and broth for a tart taste.
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Buy or make teriyaki sauce Mix white wine and soy sauce. Make your own peanut sauce Use broth to flavor your stir fry.