Originally posted by OmahaRider
I generally follow traffic rules---just because I don't want to get squashed----heck-most of my riding is on the trails anymore.
BUT-"technically"---traffic laws don't apply to cyclists----otherwise-wouldn't I need a bicycle operators license? proof of insurance?? go through an examination process in regard with my ability to safely operate a bicycle???
This one will get you in trouble.
From
Nebraska Statutes Search, on
this page:
60-6,314
Nebraska Rules of the Road; applicability to persons operating
bicycles.
(1) Any person who operates a bicycle upon a highway shall have all of the rights and shall be subject to all
of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle under the
Nebraska Rules of the Road except for special bicycle regulations
in the rules, except for those provisions of the rules which by
their nature can have no application, and except as provided in
section 60-6,142.
(2) Regulations applicable to bicycles shall apply
whenever a bicycle is operated upon any highway or upon any path set aside by the Department of Roads or a local authority for the exclusive use of bicycles
As far as I can understand, you are legally obligated to follow the same rules as cars unless otherwise stated.
I think a lot of cyclists need to start by taking a good look at the laws that apply to bikes in the areas where they live. At least that way you will know if something is against the law before you do it.
andy