Bike Lanes and Stop Signs
Question Ray asked: There is a 4-mile loop bike lane in Miami, FL. around the Kendale Lakes Country Club. I notice most of the times I’m approaching a stop sign around the loop, the cars at a stop sign get …
Month: January 2010
Response to Officer’s Orders
Question Dan also asked: What should a knowledgeable cyclist do in the case of being told by law enforcement to do something which is not required (ride on the sidewalk), and finally threaten “I’ll write you a citation, get off …
Who Needs Education?
Question Dan asked: Who needs the most help, the cyclist, law enforcement, or both?
Bicycles Must Use Sidewalk? #2
Question Jon asked: We were on a 2-lane road, with sidewalks off and on, on either side, and no shoulder to speak of in many spots. A police car came up behind us, put his flashers on, and on his …
Substandard-Width Lanes (More)
Question SO, in essence, are we allowed to take any and all lanes (ride in the center) that are “substandard”, either single or double abreast?
Who Can Use This Site?
Question PG asked: I am a biker from Indiana. Am I welcome on this forum or is just for Florida bikers?
Substandard-Width Lanes
Question: What is a substandard-width lane, and what are the responsibilities of cyclists and motorists? Answer: This is a revision of the earlier post about substandard-width lanes. I must admit, even after much study and discussion, I am only now …
Walk Bicycle Across Bridge?
Question Michael also asked: There is a drawbridge on this road with a narrow sidewalk on both sides. There is a sign as you approach the bridge stating, “Walk Bicycles Across Bridge” or something similar. I may not have the …
Bicycles Must Use Sidewalk?
Question Michael asked: Today my wife and I were riding on a county road that accesses a beach. A county deputy ordered us onto the sidewalk. Later he stopped and spoke to us and said we are required to use …
Lane Position at Intersections
Question: Sondra asked: What would be the proper position for a cyclist when she approaches traffic on a busy street? Can she continue on the right edge (and pass the automobiles) until she reaches the intersection and go ahead if …