Cycling Tips

Use hand Signals	Signal to other drivers; your movements affect them. Hand signals tell everyone what you intend to do. Signal as a matter of law, courtesy, and self-protection.
Ride in a straight line	Ride to the right of faster traffic in a straight line about a car door's width away from the parked cars.
Don't weave between parked cars	Don't ride to the curb between parked cars. Motorists may not see you when you try to move back into traffic.
Follow lane markings	Don't turn left from the right lane. Don't go straight in a lane marked "right turn only"; stay to the left of the right turn only lane if you are going straight.
Choose the best way to turn left	There are two ways to make a left turn. (1) Like a motorist: Signal move into the left lane, and turn left. In a left turn only lane, stay to the right of the lane to allow any motorists behind to make their turn on your left. (2) Like a pedestrian: Ride straight across to the far-side crosswalk , dismount, and walk your bike across.

For more advice on bicycling in Davis, check out the New UC Davis Cyclist

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