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The Iowa Bicycle Coalition is a state-wide non profit promoting Iowa bicycling as safe and enjoyable recreation and transportation.  We work to teach bicycle safety practices, encourage safe routes to schools, and better transportation system development for bicycling.

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Iowa Kids on the Move Curriculum

The Iowa Kids on the Move curriculum is now available. It is a FREE curriculum published by Iowa's Safe Routes to School program, and it's an amazing tool to teach children the importance of safe walking and bicycling.  It's easy to use and easy to access.  www.iowasaferoutes.org/kidsonthemove/


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Bicyclists and motorists share same rules, same rights, and same roads for safety.

Iowa is experiencing a bicycle boom due to increasing gas prices and concern for the environment. Bicycles on Iowa's roadways are common. Motorists are advised to treat bicycles just as they would another vehicle to void conflicts and potential injuries.

The Iowa Bicycle Coalition points out bicyclists have the same rights and duties under the Iowa Code. The passage was affirmed by the Iowa Supreme Court in 2002 (Vasconez v. Mills). “A person using a bicycle for transportation should be given the same respect as any other person using the transportation system,” says Mark Wyatt of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition. “Likewise, bicyclists are required to follow the rules of the road.”

Passing a vehicle is a concern for cyclists and motorists. The Iowa Drivers Manual says, “Good judgment and clear roads are needed to pass safely.” If there is room to pass a cyclist, move to the left of the centerline and carefully accelerate.

If there is no room to pass, follow the cyclist and wait cautiously for another opportunity. “Many drivers try to squeeze the cyclist," states Wyatt, "or they underestimate the speed the cyclist is traveling.” A few extra seconds to assure safe passing will help reduce injuries.

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