| Lane Positioning |
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Ride at least three feet from
parked cars. |
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Never swerve between parked cars;
use the outside of the next car as your guide. |
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Avoid riding on the right side of
any parked car, especially if it is near the
curb. | | |
| Speed Positioning |
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As you begin to take cars in
urban settings, always pass them on your right. |
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If you are traveling the same
speed as traffic, ride in the center of your
lane. |
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As traffic begins to speed up,
signal and begin moving to a lane on your
right. | | |
| Sudden Stops |
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If a car stops in
front of you suddenly, stop, look for exiting passengers, then
pass on left. |
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Make sure that you
stop safely before you release the handlebar to signal and
pass. |
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Maintaining control of
your bicycle is the most important task.
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| Intersections |
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Before turning, look for cars
double-parked in you destination lane. |
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When turning, take the lane so
you don't get forced to the right of a stopped
car. |
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Plan your turn so that you remain
at least three feet to the left of any stopped cars.
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| Bike Lanes |
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You do not have to
ride within a bike lane if you are avoiding a
hazard. |
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Cars must not drive in
bike lanes but bikes may leave bike lanes at any time.
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Regardless of bike
lane position, never ride within three feet of any parked car.
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