Attaching the bike safety flag is a relatively simple process. First, you need to choose a suitable location to mount the bicycle flag.  The Bike Beam comes with either a rack mount or axle mount.  But you can also attach it to a trailer.  Other safety flags usually come with an axle mount or can also fit into the bike flag mounting hole of a trailer.  You'll usually want the flag at the rear of your bike.

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If your bike has a rear rack, you can attached the flag to it by using flexible straps.  These can be included with the Bike Beam flag pole light as well.  If you want to attach a bike flag to your stroller, you may also want to attach it this way.

Bicycle safety is probably a top priority for you, and one way to increase your visibility is to attach a bike safety flag.

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All of our residential flagpoles come with detailed instructions. The instructions will tell you how to set the flagpole foundation. The diameter of the hole that needs to be dug. They will tell you how to plumb the flagpole sleeve. The instructions will tell you in order how to assemble the flagpole.

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We also can clean an aluminum flagpole that has oxidized. We will replace any parts that need to be, and give your flagpole a new life that will last for many years.

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If you are attaching to a trailer: You won't need a tool for this if your trailer has a hole for the bike safety flag.  Gravity and friction hold the flag in place.

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If you bike has a quick release axle: you probably will not need a tool at all.  You can just open the quick release lever, loosen it a bit, insert the bracket, tighten, and then close the lever.

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Once the bicycle safety flag is in place, give it a little wiggle or a gentle tug.  It should wave a bit but should not wiggle excessively.

We can take a steel flagpole that is rusted and/or has seen better days, and give the flagpole new life. We can resurface the flagpole and paint it with the color you choose. We can also replace all the working parts, add a flag, and then you can enjoy your flagpole for many years to come. We repair, refurbish, and install both residential and commercial flagpoles.

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We carry truck pulleys, ball ornaments, and many other flagpole accessories. We can upgrade and accent your flagpole with an eagle or one of many other decorative flagpole toppers. Call us for more information at (540) 487-8334

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This usually consists of a metal bracket that slides under the axle nut or quick release nut of the bike's rear axle.  This is popular for many bicycle riders because it's easy to install and remove.  You simply loosen the quick release or axle nut by about a millimeter, then slide the bracket in.  Then tighten the axle nut or quick release.  The metal bracket has holes for the base of the flagpole to slide into.  The Bike Beam has a standard bicycle safety flag base and comes with one of these types of brackets.

Our Thule Chariot trailer had a sleeve that a flag pole could slide into. Most InStep trailers ship with a flag included.  Burley trailers sometimes come with a flag mount.

Most child trailers and some cargo trailers will have a hole at the base that is made to fit a standard 1/4" bike flag base.  The Adams Trail a Bike has a flag mount welded onto the frame for this purpose, and ours came with a flag.

Residential flagpole installation can be a challenging task. Choosing the best spot to install your flagpole needs to be planned carefully. When you do decide on the best spot to install your flagpole, mark it with a stake or paint, and call Miss Utility to make sure it is safe. Most people want their flagpole installed at the front of their home. The height of your flagpole is a big decision. The farther away from the house, the less it matters how tall your flagpole needs to be. If it is a distance away from your house, then it is a matter of preference. How big of a flag you want to fly? Do you want the flagpole to be a small part of the look of your home, or a major focus?  We will guide you in selecting the size and location most suitable for your home after talking with you to determine the purpose. We will install a flagpole you will enjoy for many years.  We will explain the differences in flagpoles. A tapered flagpole is a start in the right direction. You can fly 2 flags on most flagpoles. We offer the best advice about your flagpole. Call (540) 915-6533.

I hope this has been helpful in showing you ways you can attach a bike safety flag.  If you have any questions, please feel free to comment below.

To install a flagpole we always use the installation specifications as a minimum requirement. If the ground is loose or soft, we take that into consideration when planning the foundation. Our plan is to never be called back because we didn't do our job right. We are American Pride Flagpoles!

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If you are strapping the bike flag to a rack: You just need some sort of strap.  These can be included with the Bike Beam, or you can use other flexible straps that are available.  Zip ties may also work, though I recommend flexible straps so that there's some "give" in case the flag snags on something.