Solo crash at 5300-5398 14th Ave NW
reported by David Smith
Date: 2009-10-16
Crash type: Solo crash
Geometry: Bike ran into object
Description: Hit one of the many potholes on 14th Avenue. This particular pothole was filled with water, making it difficult to see. Upon hitting the pothole with my front wheel, I lost control of the bike and hit the pavement. Add note to this report
Factors & Lessons
Factor: Poor surface material, very slippery when wet
Factor: Potholes
Conditions
Weather: Rain
Lighting: Dawn_dusk
Visibility: Fair
Using bike lights: Yes
Wearing helmet: Yes
Road conditions: Wet
Traffic: Light
Cyclist
Cyclist age: 37
Cyclist gender: M
Cyclist experience: Expert
Bicycle type: Road
Injuries: Moderate
Location
Location type: Secondary
Location: 5300-5398 14th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Lat/Lng: 47.6677193128661, -122.373487651348
Crash ID: 301