Minnesota Ironman® Bike Ride 2008

RIDER SAFETY IS PRIORITY

Rider Safety + Rider Responsibility

Bicycle and public safety is our highest priority. Lawful and responsible rider behavior is required to ensure that you and the over 5,000 riders are safe on community roadways shared by vehicles. Riders must share the roads with vehicles during the entire day. We appreciate every rider's cooperation to ensure a safe ride.

Emergency: In all cases, riders should call 911 in case of emergency.

Day-of-Ride Hotline: If you need to speak to Ironman staff, there will be a day-of-ride hotline. The number will be published on the 2008 Route Map.

Ride Right

Bring the Right Attitude To MN IRONMAN® 2008

RIDE RIGHT is a bicycling common sense, safety, and etiquette campaign developed by RAGBRAI. By practicing these rules of the road, you set the example for other riders to ensure that the Ironman® Ride is safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Obey the Legal RIGHT

• Obey traffic laws.
• Ride no more than two abreast.
• Share the road with motorists.
• Stop completely at stop signs and stop lights.
• Ride to the right of the centerline.
• Signal when turning, slowing and stopping.
• Communicate when passing: "On your left!"

Bring the RIGHT Attitude

• Be considerate to motorists and your fellow riders.
• Cooperate with officials.
• Respect property of others.
• Don't litter.
• Create and rekindle friendships.

Safety is Your Responsibility

• Ride as far to the right as is safe to ride.
• Ride a straight line - don't weave.
• Maintain a safe distance - don't draft.
• No headphones!
• Cross railroad tracks at right angles.
• Avoid road hazards: debris, cracked pavement, & potholes.
• Stop off the road surface.
  

The RIGHT Stuff

• Helmet absolutely required: certified, fitted, and fastened.
• Bike well maintained. Check the Park Tool site for repair information. Get a spring check-up from your local bike shop.
• Wear bright clothing for visibility.
• Dress in layered clothing appropriate for the weather. Synthetic clothing is best.
• Recommended items: 2 water bottles, flat tire repair kit, spare tube, frame pump, rear view mirror, warm clothing.
• Carry proper identification, medical insurance card and emergency contact info.

For more information, see the TCBC web site's "Bicycling 101" tips.

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more info.

• Ride Sponsors
• Rider Packet
• Rider Safety
• Volunteer Info
• Ironman FAQs
• Press Info
• Photo Gallery(flickr)
• Thank You Donors

Contact Us

Minnesota IRONMAN® Bike Ride
HI-Minnesota Council

622 Selby Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55104
Phone: 651-251-1495
E-mail

Brought to you by

The MN Ironman Bike Ride is brought to you by Hostelling International, MN Council, a Minnesota 501 (C)3 non-profit organization. It is our primary annual fundraiser