Pedestrians in a Bike lane
Question Joe asked: While riding with traffic, single file, I often encounter walkers/joggers coming toward me, against the flow of traffic. Question is, who has the “right of way”?
Author: Geo
Location of Crosswalk
Question T. Mairs asked: At a T-intersection, with a road running along the top of the “T”, there is a sidewalk (part of the “Walk the Rock” path). There is a community that meets the main sidewalk that has decided …
Ride With Traffic
Question Daryl asked: Has the law always been stated to ride with the traffic?
Authorized Vehicles Only
Question Doreen asked: I live in Nokomis, FL and want to ride my bike to Honore Ave. where Honore meets Hwy 681. Honore is the best road to take through south Sarasota. (The Legacy Trail is often crowded with pedestrians …
License Plate Visibility
Question Scott asked: I had a police officer pull me over the other day and tell me that I could not have my bike rack on my car unless I was actively carrying a bicycle. I am curious about the …
Bikes on Beaches
Question John asked: Can I ride on Florida beaches with a fat tired bike? I have seen this in Cocoa but not any other beaches. If so, what are the restrictions? County or City restrictions?
Kids Without Helmets
Question Jerry asked: I live in Spring Hill and though the school year is almost over August starts another. I very often see kids riding to and from schools without the benefit of brain protection. I would estimate less than …
Bicycle Training
Question Susan asked: The Women’s Association of my community is interested in hosting a bicycle class on a Sat. this coming fall. Can you assist us in finding a qualified leader?
Gas-Assist Motors
Question Keuchenberg asked: I’ve called the Department of Motor vehicles here in Florida and they said that a gas bicycle is considered a “Motorized Bicycle” and does not require a license or registration. I have a Class E license, so …
Helmets
Question Richard asked: Is it a requirement for adults to wear a bicycle helmet when riding a bicycle? Do all law enforcement officers who ride a bicycle in the performance of their duties wear a bicycle helmet? Does the State …