As a bicyclist, I pledge to:

Model exemplary bicycling behavior by obeying all laws and traffic control devices that apply to bicyclists *

I will

Use hand signals to indicate my turns. *

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Ride predictably in the same direction as traffic. *

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Ride in the furthest right lane that leads to my destination, looking for and yielding to other traffic when changing lanes. *

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Avoid distractions while cycling, including cell phone use. *

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Ride confidently and assertively but never assume that drivers will yield or see me. *

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Use the lane position that best suits the road conditions, avoiding riding near the curb/gutter where I can be "squeezed" by other vehicles. *

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Equip my bike with front and rear lights and required reflectors, and wear brightly colored reflective clothing when riding at night or in poor visibility *

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Avoid riding on sidewalks, unless specifically directed to, as sidewalks can be dangerous places to ride for both the bicyclist and for pedestrians using the sidewalk. *

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Never operate a bicycle while impaired by alcohol or any substance, legal or illegal *

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Never ride more than two abreast and single up to let others pass when it is safe to do so. *

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Share the road defensively. *

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First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Home Address (check one from the drop down menu) *

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