Millions of people ride bicycles safely on public roads. However, some feel discouraged because motorists occasionally pass too closely, honk, or shout. These behaviors, though not the main source of cyclist injuries, remain unsafe and unlawful. Traffic law requires drivers to pass at a safe distance. When a lane is too narrow to share, safe…
Learning to ride a bicycle in traffic requires structured practice. Courses and manuals provide step-by-step instruction similar to driver training. Educational programs exist in multiple countries and often combine classroom study with on-road practice. A concise introduction appears in Bicycling Street Smarts. More detailed treatments are found in Effective Cycling and Cyclecraft. These books explain…