Originally Posted by
CB HI
Riding on the sidewalk increases the chances of you getting hit. Motorist have a harder time seeing you as you approach intersections and on the sidewalk, you have to cross driveways at which you may be hit.
You should always ride in the same direction as traffic and stay out of the door zone.
Cycling is very safe, but it pays to ride in the safest manner.
I think this a generalization that is not true in all areas of the country, in Michigan if you are riding cruisers or mountain bikes there are areas that are probably much safer to ride the sidewalks.