Nantucket Official Guide 2014-2015 | Page 83

10 T I P S

for Cyclists

©Michael Galvin

ACTIVITIES

Go With The Flow: Riding against traffic
on a one-way street can be very dangerous.
Nantucket has many one-way thoroughfares,
so be careful not to endanger yourself or
pedestrians who aren’t expecting you to be
riding from that direction
Light It Up: Before dawn and after dusk,
light up the night with a red blinking rear
light and a front light on your handlebars.
Reflectors on your wheel spokes are a must
as well.

historic, and have hedges that block your
view from driveways and crossroads.
Sorry, No Headphones: Wearing
headphones while biking is not illegal, but
it’s not smart, as you should remain alert of
traffic, other riders, joggers, and others using
our roads and bike paths.
Use Your Hands: Use your hand signals to
let those around you know where and when
you are turning.

Walkers Go First: Pedestrians have the
right of way on crosswalks; your bike follows
the same rules of the road as a vehicle.

Look ‘Em In The Eyes: Never cross an
intersection without a wave or head nod
from a driver to insure they see you before
you cross in front of them.

Protect Your Brain!: Your head is one
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