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Ghisallo Cycling Initiative

@ghisallofound

Educating and developing youth riders so they may integrate bicycling into their daily lives in Austin and San Antonio.

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linkhttp://ghisallo.org calendar_today21-09-2011 14:00:50

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A2: Social distancing is crucial to slowing the spread of COVID-19. Keep a minimum 6-ft between yourself and other people to prevent your germs from spreading to people. Leave additional space when walking and biking. No group rides at this time. #CallingAllRoadUsers

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A3: Maintain rules of the road, be patient, and look out for people walking and biking. Even with less car traffic on our roads, it is important to adhere to speed limits, traffic signs, and sharing the road with all users. #CallingAllRoadUsers nhtsa.gov/road-safety/bi…

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A4: Yes. In the Texas Traffic Code, Sec. 551.002(c) “a pedestrian may not start to cross a roadway in the direction of a "Don't Walk" signal or a "Wait" signal.” Wait for the “Walk” signal people. #walksafe #CallingAllRoadUsers

A4: Yes. In the Texas Traffic Code, Sec. 551.002(c) “a pedestrian may not start to cross a roadway in the direction of a "Don't Walk" signal or a "Wait" signal.” Wait for the “Walk” signal people. #walksafe #CallingAllRoadUsers
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A5: In Texas, pedestrian fatalities totaled 621 in 2018. This was a 0.98% increase from 2017. Check out Vision Zero to learn more about ending deaths and serious injuries on roadways. #CallingAllRoadUsers #EndTheStreak Vision Zero Texas

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A5: According to City of Austin's Vision Zero Report, even though people walking, biking, & riding motorcycles are a small portion of those on the road, they represent over half of all traffic deaths. #CallingAllRoadUsers #visionzero #ATX #atxtraffic

A5: According to City of Austin's Vision Zero Report, even though people walking, biking, & riding motorcycles are a small portion of those on the road, they represent over half of all traffic deaths. #CallingAllRoadUsers #visionzero #ATX #atxtraffic
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A4: Yes. At a crosswalk, pedestrians should wait for a crosswalk signal when available, or wait until cross traffic has stopped. There are times when a walker does not have the right-of-way when crossing midblock or without a crosswalk signal. #CallingAllRoadUsers Alamo Area MPO

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A6: Texas 2018, 19% of Texas roadway fatalities involved cyclists or pedestrians. Vision Zero notes that everyday 10 families lose a loved one on Texas roads. Check out Vision Zero to learn more about ending deaths & serious injuries on roadways #CallingAllRoadUsers #EndTheStreak

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Get those steps in! Be predictable, wear bright colors at night, be seen! Use those crosswalks and designated mid-block crosswalks. #callingallroadusers

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Crossing tracks on a bicycle requires caution and extra attention. Narrow wheels can get caught between the rails. If possible, walk - don't ride - across. Always cross at a 90-degree angle. #CallingAllRoadUsers

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A8: Riding a bike is a great way to exercise and get from A to B. Remember, riders have the same responsibilities as drivers. Pay attention to the road. Be predictable and ride where people can see you. Put the phone away and keep your eyes & ears alert. #CallingAllRoadUsers

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A10: I enjoy walking because it gets me out of the coop during these Stay At Home orders and helps me get some Vitamin D. Vitamin D promotes a happy mood, so get out of the house and follow rules of the road.#CallingAllRoadUsers #ThankfulThursday #socialdistancing #outdoors

A10: I enjoy walking because it gets me out of the coop during these Stay At Home orders and helps me get some Vitamin D. Vitamin D promotes a happy mood, so get out of the house and follow rules of the road.#CallingAllRoadUsers #ThankfulThursday #socialdistancing  #outdoors
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A10: Stay healthy and happy, get fresh air, and mental clarity, explore the outdoors, relieve traffic stress, reduce vehicle pollution, and even save time and money. Research shows 30 minutes of walking yields health benefits and overall well-being. #CallingAllRoadUsers

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A11: Safe Routes Partnership , a national org working to advance safe walking & rolling in everyday life. Local transportation departments are a great resource, as well as national orgs such as League of American Bicyclists PeopleForBikes #CallingAllRoadUsers

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A12: When distracted, we pay less attention to obstacles on the road, don’t notice other road users, and we lose focus on a single task. Put your phone on Do Not Disturb mode while on the road! #CallingAllRoadUsers #EndTheStreak TxDOT San Antonio

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Keep the conversation going! If you have any questions for our experts, please don’t hesitate to tag them & use #CallingAllRoadUsers. We want to be your resource for transportation safety. If there is a topic that we did not cover, reply to let us know. We’ll follow up.

Keep the conversation going! If you have any questions for our experts, please don’t hesitate to tag them & use #CallingAllRoadUsers. We want to be your resource for transportation safety. If there is a topic that we did not cover, reply to let us know. We’ll follow up.
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A14: Slow down and be patient! Safe passing distance is at least 3 ft. Don’t pass on hills or turns when visibility is obscured. Give plenty of room before merging back into the same lane. Check your local mandate on Safe Passing. #CallingAllRoadUsers #EndTheStreak

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A13:In Texas, yes, some crosswalks are not marked but are implied. If available, always make sure to cross at marked crosswalks or crosswalks with pedestrian signals. Check with your local/state ordinances on implied crosswalks #CallingAllRoadUsers #EndTheStreak Vision Zero Texas

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A15: We provide FREE bike programming to ALL ages and abilities through our BikeStart programs, Bike Clubs, adult Beginning City Cycling classes, and senior Golden Rollers club - Never Too Old To Roll! Check out ghisallo.org for more info #CallingAllRoadUsers