With temperatures cooling off, bike shop owners and officials say they have noticed more bicyclists on the road, and they want to remind them to be safe and cautious of motor vehicles.

Embry said those who still ride on roads should be careful in traffic.

With new technology, some stationary exercise bikes allow cyclists to take virtual rides and race other riders.

“People should probably be mindful of them right now with the weather turning a little better,” said Oklahoma City police Master Sgt. Gary Knight. “This summer was so hot that a lot of people chose not to ride at that time. Weather is a little cooler now, so you may be seeing more bicyclists on the road.”

Schlegel Bicycles Employee Aaron Smathers, 34, said the harsh summer temperatures have prevented cyclists from riding recreationally, commuting and training.

He said he's seen more of them riding lately and also commutes to work on his bike.

He said riders should stay to the far right of the traffic lane and motorists should stay three feet away from them. It's frightening to pedal up a hill and have a car honk their horn when they pass, he said.