Safety Guidelines
Just like seat belts help save lives in a motor vehicle crash, bicycle helmets save lives, too. All participants must always wear a correctly fitting helmet.
● Compared to vehicles, bicyclists are harder to see because of their smaller size. To make it easier for drivers to see you, have reflectors and lights on your bike, and wear retroreflective and bright clothing.
● Bicyclists ride in the same direction as traffic, and obey street signs, signals, and road markings, just like a vehicle. Never text, listen to music, or do anything that can distract you from keeping your eyes, ears, and concentration on the road and traffic.
A) Ride With Traffic and on Proper Surfaces - Riders are to ride on the right shoulder of all roads (with traffic), use bike paths or trails when available, unless signs or maps direct otherwise.
B) Be Aware of Traffic and Obey Traffic Laws - Riders are to understand that they do not have exclusive use of the roadway and are required to obey all traffic laws. This includes stopping at traffic lights and stop signs.
C) Personal Music Devices and Headphones - The use of personal music devices with headphones while running is strongly discouraged. If you still choose to use them, you do so at your own risk and must meet the following requirements:
• You must be able to hear traffic
• Be aware of the sounds around you.
D) Additional Safety Devices - You can carry additional safety devices
These may include the following items:
- Whistle
- Self-defense spray (check with local laws & guidelines in your area for what is approved)
- Personal safety wearables
It is important to stress that roads are not closed and following these rules are for the safety of all participants.