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Streetwise Cycling — A Guide to Safe Bicycling in North Carolina

The purpose of the Streetwise Cycling guide is to explain the rights and duties of bicyclists, as vehicle operators on North Carolina's roads. Additional information on traffic riding, handling skills, and equipment is included to encourage more proficient riding. Streetwise Cycling was originally published in 1988, due to its popularity an updated Streetwise Cycling has been printed and is now available in a PDF format to view as a full document or in sections, as listed below.

Streetwise Cycling — A Guide to Safe Bicycling in North Carolina, (Full Version - 1.9 MB)
– Cover & Table of Contents (540 KB) – Introduction & Laws (112 KB) – Fit & Equipment ( 328 KB) – Riding in Traffic (828 KB) – Share the Road (116 KB)

11/28/06