Sharing The Road

Dealing With Road Rage

1. Remove yourself

• Make every attempt to get out of their way
• Yield lane position by turning or slowing down and getting behind them
• Be prepared to execute emergency maneuvers
  
  2. Avoid contact
• Do not return any gestures or shouts
• Do no make eye contact
• Do not push for proper lane position to avoid challenging the driver
  
  3. Report them
• Report vehicle license plate and description of the driver and vehicle to state and local police
• Tell local bike clubs and advocacy organizations about the driver/vehicle
• Write a letter to your city councilmen, state legislators, governor and Congressmen
  
  Tip courtesy of the League of American Bicyclists (bikeleague.org).

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Traveling With Bikes

• Proper Racking Prevents Damage And Inconvenience
• Don't Let A Broken Bike Part Ruin Your Trip
• Flying With Your Bike

Sharing The Road

1. Basic Safety Rules For The Road
2. How To Drive Safely Around Cyclists
3. Always Ride On The Right
4. Ride To The Right. But, Not Too Far Right!
5. Traffic Principles To Ride By
6. Safe Lane Positioning
7. Turning Tricks
8. Safe Lane Changes & Turns
9. How To Ride In Bike Lanes
10. Hey! Obey Traffic Lights
11. Dealing With Road Rage