Many Drivers mistakenly believe that cyclists have no rights on public roads and feel compelled to "teach them a lesson,' deliverately endangering their lives.

The fact is, a bicycle is classified as a veicle on the public roads and in all 50 states.

Tips for drivers:

1. Don't get too close. Cyclists want to be left alone. Cyclist are NOT required to ride on the shoulder, on the sidewalk or 2 inches from the edge of the road.
2. Don't pass a cyclist and then slow down, stop or turn in front of him. Sometimes we are going as fast as you are..
3. Don't honk. You're likely to startle an inexperienced cyclist or a child and cause him or her to fall.

Tips for Cyclists:

1. Wear a helmet.
2. Make eye contact with drivers. Make sure they see you.
3. Ride on the right side of the road.
4. Obey traffic laws.
5. Signal turns. Point left or right.
6. Ride in a straight line and don't block traffic.
7. Carry a cell phone. You might need it to get help for yourself or a strander motorist.

Tips For Co2 Cartridge Users:

If you are tired of hearing your Co2 cartridges clanking around in your under-saddle bag or hydration pack, cut 3’ long rubber strips from an unusable road tube and slide the strips over your Co2 cartridges as seen in the photo. Also, if you use one of the Co2 inflators that does not provide a cover over the Co2 cartridge during inflation, this can help prevent the bare cartridge from causing a cold burn to your fingers when inflating a flat tire. If the rubber strips are difficult to slide over a new cartridge, try using talcum powder, which will make the job much easier.