With the wonderful weather and beautiful views that we have to offer, there have been countless cyclists in the area on a daily basis. We just wanted to offer a few quick tips on roadway safety around cyclists.
- Cyclists have the right to the road and actually belong on the roadway, not on sidewalks.
- When coming up on a cyclist, please remember to use caution, and when possible give them an extra few feet in case they have an issue and have to swerve out in to the lane.
- Sharp corners and hills offer special challenges to all roadway users- please slow down and be sure that lanes are clear before attempting to pass bicycles or other traffic.
And now a few tips for the cyclists too
- Remember to wear a helmet, they have been proven to reduce the risk of serious injury and concussions in the event of a fall.
- Please ride in a single file line along trails and roadways when approaching areas of limited visibility and when there are other vehicles around.
- Bicycles are subject to the same traffic laws as cars- Stop at stop signs, signal for your turns, and use caution at all intersections as bikes can sometimes be difficult to see depending on the light and weather conditions.
- The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail is a very beautiful loop running from Empire all the way to Glen Arbor. Not only will the trail keep you safe from motorized traffic, but it offers scenic views and unique riding challenges as well.
We hope that everyone is enjoying their summer, stay safe and have fun!
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