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Slow Down for Your Fellow Riders
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Yield to Vehicles Traveling Uphill
Slower Vehicles Yield to Faster Vehicles
Understand Vehicle Differences
Let Others Know How Big Your Group Is
When Meeting Another Vehicle Head-On
Keep Right on Wide Trail
Yield to the Climbing Vehicle on Narrow Trail
When Another Vehicle Approaches from Behind
Signal your slowing to let them pass then move to right side of trail. Do not leave trail surface and flatten vegetation.
When Approaching Another Vehicle from Behind
Pass on left, keeping a safe distance and speed. Once past give a hand signal to signify the number of riders behind you.
Hand Signals
When passing or meeting other riders on the trail, give them a hand signal to let them know how many riders are left behind you in your group.
 Two Riders Behind Me |
 One Rider Behind Me |
 I'm the Last Rider |
Use four fingers if you have four or more riders behind you. When you see the closed fist, the trail is clear for now but remain alert for other groups.
Understand Vehicle Differences
When being passed by a motorcyle, remember motorcycles have a minimum speed before they fall over--especially on rough or rocky surfaces. When passing a full-size four wheel drive, be patient. It can take a while for them to maneuver to the side of the trail. And motorcyclists, don't grab the throttle and roost until your way clear of the vehicle you just passed!
Keep Your Wheels Where They Belong!®
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