HomeMy Public PortalAbout20120918BicycleRulesoftheRoad.pdfTybee Island Police Department
By
FTO Bertram Whitley
-Never ride against traffic flow. Bicyclists must stay to the right side of the roadway, unless they are turning left or avoiding a roadside hazard.
-Signal to other road users. Use hand signals to indicate your intentions to turn or stop.
-Pull entirely off of the roadway if you need to stop.
-Be visible. Wear bright colors so that you can be seen. Orange, yellow, fluorescent green.
-Use of lights and reflectors. White light on the front of the bicycle and either a red reflector or light on the rear
-Use of a mirror. Rear view mirrors can be extremely helpful and can help you monitor traffic approaching from behind.
-Be prepared to stop if your approaching a yellow light. Your bicycle moves slower than regular vehicle traffic, you will not have time to clear traffic before the traffic control device changes.
-Use extreme caution when approaching driveways. Drivers backing from driveways typically are looking for oncoming vehicle traffic and rarely see oncoming foot or bicycle traffic
-Use extra caution when operating near larger trucks and buses. These vehicles have large “blind spots” and can also take longer to stop
-Ride in a predictable manner. Avoid sudden movements when operating your bicycle and never weave in and out of traffic.
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