Mountain Bike Rules of the Trail
These common sense
rules are also applicable to other trail users!
1. Stay on Open
Trails
Respect trail and road closures - ask if you're
not sure if riding is allowed, Don't trespass on
private property land; obtain permits or other
authorization as may be required. Federal and
state Wilderness areas are closed to cycling.
The way you ride will influence trail management
decisions and policies.
2. Leave No
Trace.
Be sensitive to the trail under you. Recognize
different types of soils and trail construction;
practice low-impact cycling. Wet and muddy
trails are more vulnerable to damage. When the
trail is soft, think about other riding options
such as maybe not riding on the soft trail. A
corollary to this would be staying on existing
trails and not creating new ones. Don't cut
switchbacks. Be sure to pack out everything that
you took in, no one wants to see your empty
candy wrappers, really.
3. Control Your
Bicycle!
Inattention for even a second can cause problems
for you and others.
4. Always Yield
the Trail.
Let your fellow trail users know you're coming.
A friendly greeting works well. Slow down, or
stop when passing. Anticipate other trail users
around corners or in blind spots. Yielding means
slow down, establish communication, be prepared
to stop if necessary and pass safely. The
unwritten code of the trail is Bikers yield to
everybody that means hikers, horses, etc. Bikes
are much faster than other trail users, it’s
easy to zip around a turn and startle someone.
That someone could be the legislator responsible
for trail funding. Don’t be an ass.
5. Plan Ahead.
Know your equipment, your ability, and the area
in which you are riding and prepare
accordingly. Be self-sufficient, keep your gear
in good repair, and carry necessary supplies for
changes in weather or other conditions. A
well-executed trip is a satisfaction to you and
not a burden to others. That means wearing a
helmet and appropriate safety gear.
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