Thanks to Bill for sharing on the Southend Cyclists list.
http://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2015/09/02/436662737/as-more-adults-pedal-their-biking-injuries-and-deaths-are-spiking-too
BICYCLISTS – BE ROAD WISE
Under Texas law, a bicycle is a vehicle. So, a person operating a bicycle has the rights and duties applicable to a driver operating a vehicle. All laws and signs that regulate the movement of vehicles on the roadway also apply to bicycles. Therefore, a bicyclist should be road wise and obey all traffic laws, signs, and signals. This includes stopping at all stop signs and all top (red) lights.
Bicyclists must use hand signals to signal their intent to stop, turn left or turn right. These signals are expressed in the following way:
- Stop: extend the left hand and arm downward.
- Left turn: extend the left hand and arm horizontally.
- Right turn: extend the left hand and arm upward, or extend the right hand and arm horizontally.
A bicyclist traveling on a roadway moving slower than other traffic must ride as near as possible to the right curb or edge of the roadway. There are a few exceptions. Bicyclists can take the full lane of travel when:
- passing another vehicle moving in the same direction,
- preparing to turn left at an intersection or onto a private road or driveway,
- there are unsafe conditions on the roadway that prevents the cyclists from safely riding next to the curb or edge of the roadway, or
- a lane is less than 14 feet in width with no designated bicycle lane adjacent to that lane, making it unsafe for a bicycle and a motor vehicle to travel safely side by side.
Where Can I Ride? Operate bicycles on streets, roadways, bike paths, routes, and areas specifically designated for bicycle riding.Can I Ride Side by Side? You can ride side by side with another cyclist as long as it does not impede traffic and you keep to a single lane. Do not ride more than two abreast unless you are on a bike-only road or trail.
Do I really need lights?
Yes. The law requires that, when riding at night, your bicycle must have:
- A front headlamp that can be seen from at least 500 feet away, and
- A red reflector (visible from 300 feet away) or red lamp (visible from 500 feet) on the back of the bicycle.
The truth about bike lanes.
- While cars must stay out of bike lanes, bicyclists do not have to stay in the bike lane.
A bicycle is a vehicle.
- Bicycles can and should ride on streets and roadways, not on sidewalks.
- At intersections, follow the same right of way rules that you would with other road users.
MOTORISTS – BE BIKE WISE
- Don’t crowd a cyclist when passing. A good rule of thumb: leave at least 3 feet between your car and the cyclists.
- Don’t “tailgate” a bicycle.
Look for bikes on the right (mostly).
Cyclists mostly ride close to the side of the road payement, but can take the full lane when:
- Passing another bicycle,
- Preparing to turn left,
- The right side lane is blocked, and
- The travel lane is too narrow for a bicycle and a car to travel side by side.
Source: Share the Road Texas
Texas A&M Bike Friendly University Survey
Howdy,
TAMU has applied to be designated a Bike Friendly University in an effort to jump start the next phase of culture change regarding bicycles as legitimate transportation in Aggieland. Additionally, the TAMU Bicycle District Plan which will become an official appendix in the revised TAMU Master Plan is being delivered this month.
While I know we are not perfect, we have made dramatic improvement over the last 4-5 years. Earning this designation will help me help us in the ongoing continuous improvement process.
From the league:
In addition, we would greatly appreciate your help distributing the following survey link to any students, staff and faculty, alumni, and/or community members who are familiar with the bicycle programs, facilities, and amenities on your campus. (Those who receive the advocate survey from us directly do not need to complete both.)
Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BFU_2015_59
Note this URL is customized for Texas A&M University! The survey will be open through Friday, September 18, 2015.
Thank you for your consideration in doing the survey. Bear in mind, I will not be getting the results of the survey to read your feedback. If you desire for me to know your feedback, please email me directly.
Please forward or post this email in its entirety so we can get as many responses as possible. I ask that the whole email go out to explain the context of the survey.
Ron
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Ron Steedly ’88, M Ed, CAPP, LCI #3710 | Alternative Transportation Manager
Transportation Services | Texas A&M University
1250 TAMU | College Station, TX 77843
Tel. 979.847.2453 | Fax. 979.845.8685
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