From: mj@sisd.UUCP (Mark Johnson OPER)
Newsgroups: rec.bicycles
Subject: Interstate bicycling
Date: 9 Apr 92 20:18:47 GMT


Thanks to jobst, I know know how to post to this newgroup (I have
to do it via mail because our ^!&@%#&!^@$#%&!! poster's broken.)

I reprint here (without permission) research from Bikecentennial's
Cyclist's Yellow Pages, describing state laws for interstate
bicycling.  This is not intended as an endorsement of bicycling on
interstates: it is FYI only.

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From Bikecentennial's "Cyclist's Yellow Pages (1991-2)" p.59

While we recommend that you always use Bikecentennial cycling routes
for the most enjoyable trip possible, we are often asked about riding
on interstate highways.  In some western states, bicycling on the
interstate is permissible, but in most states it is prohibited.
We have listed each state's policy so that you can plan your trip
with possible alternatives.  We have not delved into the range of
policies regarding other types of highways; contact each state's department
of transportation for that information.

Prohibited:
	Alabama, Arkansas, Conneticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia,
	Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,
	Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota,
	Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico,
	New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South
	Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West, Virginia,
	Wisconsin

Allowed:
	Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming

Other:
	Alaska
		There are no interstates.  Allowed on highways, except
		north of Anchorage to Eagle River and around Fairbanks. There
		are bicycle trails in these areas.

	Arizona
		Allowed on the interstates outside of urban
		areas.  Prohibited in I-10 between Phoenix and Tucson
		(alternate access roads are available for riding).  Call or
		write for the Arizona Bicycle Suitability Map, c/o Eric
		Prosnier, Arizona DOT, 206 S. 17th Ave. Room 320-B, Phoenix
		AZ 85007 (602)255-8240.

	California
		Prohibited on interstates and freeways except for about a
		1000 mile stretch in rural areas.  Call Richard Blunden of
		CALTRANS for specific information.  (916) 322-9015

	Colorado
		Prohibited except where no alternate route exists.  Write
		for Bicycle Suitability Maps, Colorado DOT, 4201 E.
		Arkansas, Map Sales Rm 117, Denver CO 80222. $2.50

	District of Columbia
		No policy.  There is less than 15 miles of interstate, and
		no one in his/her right mind would consider riding a
		bicycle on it.

	Idaho
		Allowed, but not encouraged.

	Nevada
		Allowed on certain portions.  Write for bicycle suitability
		maps, Nevada DOT, Map Section, Rm 206, 1263 So. Stewart
		St., Carson City, NV 89217
	
	New Jersey
		Prohibited, but DOT issues permits to cyclists to ride on
		most sections.  Contact William Feldman, New Jersey DOT,
		1035 Parkway Ave, Trenton, NJ 08625. (609) 530-8062.

	Oklahoma
		No policy, but not encouraged.
	
	Oregon
		Allowed, except in metro Portland on I-5, I-84,
		I-205 and I-405, and for one mile through Medford.  Contact
		Dick Unrein, (702) 378-3432.

	Rhode Island
		Prohibited on interstate and on the Newport to Jamestown
		bridge.
	
	Texas
		No policy outside of incorporated cities (where it is
		prohibited,) but not recommended.
	
	Utah
		Allowed, but bicyclists may be asked to use alternative
		roads when available.
	
	Washington
		Prohibited around urban areas and where two lanes
		constitute the on or off ramps.  Contact: Donald L. Lund,
		Washington State DOT, (206) 753-6095.
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Mark Johnson               - Eastman Kodak Company -           Rochester, NY
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