Originally Posted by CB HI
chipcom,
It is my understanding that most states/cities with bike lanes require cyclist to use bike lanes (Canada does not) less the hand full of exceptions for debris,passing and obstructions. On the other hand, very few states/cities have mandatory side path (MUP/bike path) use laws.
Do you know of information to the contrary?
Thanks
Yes, we discussed this in another thread. Only 5 states have an explicit requirement to use a bike lane if one is present. The majority of states DO have a 'far right as practicable' law which some can interpret as requiring the use of a bike lane...but not all bike lanes are as far right as practicable. The 'far right' interpretation was the hot point of the debate, which is why I used the term 'explicit; here.
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