Safety
Updated: Feb 13th, 2009
Rider Agreement
The Buffalo Bicycle Classic is conducted on open roads with vehicular traffic. Roads include both marked and unmarked hazards. Though we go to great lengths to make the ride as safe as possible, always remember that safety is in your own hands.
In addition to obeying regulations outlined by the Colorado Motor Vehicle Code, we ask that you please respect our host communities by riding by these rules:
- Wear an ANSI- or SNELL-approved helmet at all times – NO EXCEPTIONS
- Carry ID and relevant medical information (ID also required for post-ride beer)
- Rules of the road apply; same rights and duties as the driver of any other vehicle
- Ride single file where necessary; maximum of two abreast when conditions allow; do not impede traffic
- Ride as far right as reasonable
- Obey all traffic lights, signs, regulations, and course marshalls—while you’re at it, thank them for ensuring your safety
- Pass on the left only, announce “passing” or “hello” or “on your left”
- Use hand signals to indicate road hazards, stopping, slowing, right, and left turns
- Prepare properly—nutrition, hydration, training, and sudden changes in weather conditions
- Respect others: riders, volunteers, host communities, motorists, pedestrians, law enforcement, and the environment
- No participants under 12 are allowed to ride on the longer routes. Little Buff riders (those doing the 14 mile ride) must be at least 8 years or older to ride on the 14 mile course. Little Buff riders under 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
- Every rider has to be registered to participate
- Please wear your registration number and affix it properly to your jersey
- Do not wear headphones or listen to music while riding
- No caps or tag-alongs allowed on the main course, but they are permitted on the 14 mile family ride. Tandem bikes are accepted, but all riders must be registered.
- Have your bicycle tuned up before riding
Riding safely and considerately is vital to your enjoyment and the safety of other riders. The future of cycling events in Colorado depends on your cooperation with the rules above.
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Thank you for your cooperation! Enjoy the ride.