HOW FAR TO THE RIGHT YOU SHOULD RIDE
Riding on the right doesn’t mean hugging the curb or edge of the
road. This may not be the best place to ride. For example, if you hit
the curb, you could lose your balance and fall into traffic. Other times
when you shouldn’t ride too far to the right include:
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When avoiding parked cars or surface hazards (see below);
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When a lane is too narrow for a bicycle and vehicle to travel safe-
ly side by side (see page 7);
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When making a left turn (make left turns as shown on page 8);
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When you’re passing another bicycle or car;
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To avoid conflicts with right-turning cars.
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On a one-way street, you may ride on the left as long as you are
riding with traffic.
The above exceptions also apply to riding in a bike lane.
Road surface hazards
Keep an eye on the road
ahead. Avoid running over
potholes, gravel, broken
glass, drainage grates,
puddles you can’t see
through or other unsafe
road conditions. But first
look over your shoulder to
avoid swerving suddenly
into traffic. If necessary,
signal before moving over.
To make riding safer for
you and other bicyclists,
report unsafe road condi-
tions to local authorities
as soon as possible.
Parked cars
Ride far enough away
from parked cars so you
don’t risk being hit by an
opening car door.
Avoid open car doors
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Avoid road hazards
