Advice about a Crash
Question Tim asked: My son was riding his bike on the sidewalk and was hit by a police car as the sidewalk crossed an exit from a parking lot. He hired some lawyers, which used up the PIP funds and …
Author: Geo
FBA Helping Cyclists
Comment Logan stated: Thank You for answering my question about very bright bicycle lights. Because of the thorough help I received from you I made sure to go ahead and become a member of the Florida Bicycle Association. Keep up …
Age Limit for eBikes
Question Jackie asked: My grandchild, aged 11, received an electric bike for Christmas and I wonder if she needs a driver’s license and anything else. I saw her on the road by her home with it and it scared me …
Bike (?) with Training Wheels
Question Cornelia asked: Are children required to wear helmets while using training wheels? I think it is the right thing to do…others differ.
No-Passing Zones
Question Kevin asked: One of the roads that I travel to work is frequented by bicycles. Sometimes they are two abreast, and sometimes there are many traveling in a single file. This road has curves in some areas, and double …
Motorcycle in the Bike Lane
Question Kirby in MN asked: My head is spinning looking into the very ambiguous Florida bike /bike lane statutes. Maybe you could find this quicker with your experience with FL statutes. If I was a Florida cop and saw a …
ID Required While Cycling?
Question Tanya asked: Does the law require you to have/ carry your ID or license when riding a bike as an adult? The web site states same laws and rules as a driver… Is this included?
Placement of Feet on an eBike
Question Brian asked: Do I have to use the pedals on my ebike in Fl? Do I have to keep my feet on the pedals while using the ebike motor? It is uncomfortable.
Cycling Groups at Stop Signs
Question Ed asked: I ride with a large group here in central Fl. On one of our rides we typically have 20-30 riders. What we have been doing is to require our lead rider to come as close to a …
Carrying a Load on a Bicycle
Question Evia asked: Is it against the law to have a milk crate attached to bike so you can carry groceries?