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Rules of the Road

• Riders must follow the rules of the road and be accommodating to traffic when appropriate. It is important that we be good representatives of the organization as we ride through the local communities. If the group is split at an intersection we will regroup. Please do not run any stop signs or red lights.

• Riders must stay to the right of the lane when possible, and pass on left. Be aware that riders may pass on either side if there is congestion. Look LEFT, before moving left & indicate intentions – same if moving right.

• Please  communicate when passing, slowing, stopping, or if there are hazards or traffic ahead (repeat verbally and with hand/arm signals). 

• We DO NOT want any rider using the opposite traffic lane to pass. This is extremely dangerous and illegal. If you cannot see the road beyond a hill, the opposite traffic cannot see you. 

• We ask all adaptive riders on handcycles or recumbents to attach a push pole and orange safety flag.

• If there is an accident, incident, or injury the Medical Director will be in control of the scene.  If you have medical training please identify yourself and ask the Medical Director on scene if they need assistance. They will always control the scene and have radio contact with ride command.

Assisting Riders

• You MUST ask or alert before pushing ANY rider on the road. Some riders may not want assistance or might not be prepared to receive assistance.

• If you have not pushed a rider, adaptive or able-bodied, you should observe first and get comfortable riding your own bike with one hand.

• Never grab anything to push other than an attached push pole on an adaptive bike.

• If pushing an able-bodied upright rider, only place your hand on the lower back.

• Never have your arm fully extended while pushing. Your arm should be bent 90 degrees with your hand in line with your body for maximum torque and control.

• NEVER HOLD ONTO A RIDER OR PUSH POLE WHILE DESCENDING. Adaptive trikes and handcycles will move suddenly at high speeds and need space. Please always let go when heading downhill or when you are not in a proper position to push.

• If you are pushing a rider, please be aware that you may need to let go if space is limited. We do NOT want riders in oncoming lanes or taking up too much space on the road for other riders. LET GO if you must.