Question 1

On-Street Biking

Accepted Answer

-In the State of Nebraska, cyclists have many of the same privileges and responsibilities as drivers.
 
-Cyclists should obey all the rules of the road. You must stop at stops signs, stop lights, and ride with the flow of traffic.
 
-Cyclists must yield to all pedestrians.
 
-Nebraska State law requires cyclists to ride single file at all times.
 
-Avoid biking on sidewalks, unless no other option exists.

Question 2

Biking on Sidewalks

Accepted Answer

Cyclists are permitted to ride on sidewalks in the City of Lincoln, except for the following locations:
 
-Downtown
-Havelock Avenue, 61st to 63rd
-48th Street, Baldwin to Madison
-West side of 48th, Prescott to Cooper
-Prescott, 47th to 48th
-West side of 66th, Holdrege to Fairfax

Question 3

Biking at Night

Accepted Answer

-Front and rear lights are required a half-hour after sunset until a half-hour before sunrise.
-Bicycle lights must be visible from at least 500 feet.

Question 4

Bike Lanes

Accepted Answer

-Always travel in the direction of traffic.
 
-When changing lanes, you must signal to traffic. The traffic in the lane you're merging into has the right-of-way.

Question 5

Trail Biking

Accepted Answer

-Keep to the right of the trail, unless passing.
 
-Pass on the left. Verbally notify any pedestrians if you're doing so.
 
-Ride single file.
 
-Obey all road and trail signs.
 
-Cyclists must yield to pedestirans and skaters.

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