Magpie season: ride smart\n\nMagpie season can be stressful, but the goal is simple: stay calm, stay predictable, stay in control.\n\n## Before you ride\n- Know local hotspots\n- Consider a small route tweak\n- Check your helmet fit (stable gear helps you stay steady)\n\n## If you get swooped\n1. Keep your line (don’t swerve into traffic)\n2. Reduce speed smoothly\n3. Protect eyes/face if safe to do so\n4. Move through the area—don’t stop in the hotspot\n\n## After\nIf you’ve found an aggressive area, log it and choose another street next time.\n