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Bike Path Etiquette All Path Users Share the paths and show courtesy to other path users at all times Use the right side of the path except when otherwise designated Always pass on the left Respect the rights of property owners Keep dogs on leash (maximum length 8 feet) and remove pet feces from paths Do not use headphones or ear pieces in a manner that prevents you from hearing audible signals from other users Bicyclists Yield to pedestrians Give audible warning when passing pedestrians or other bicyclists Ride at a safe speed. Slow down and form a single file in congested conditions, reduced visibility, and other hazardous conditions Pedestrians Stay to the right side of the path except when otherwise designated Watch for other path users Be especially alert when running. Listen for audible signals and allow faster path users (runners and bicyclists) to pass safely On-Road Cycling Safety – “Rules of the Road” Follow the Law Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers. Obey traffic signals and stop signs. Ride with traffic; use the rightmost lane headed in the direction you are going. Be Predictable Make your intentions clear to everyone on the road. Ride in a straight line and don’t swerve between parked cars. Signal turns, and check behind you well before turning or changing lanes. Be Conspicuous Ride where people can see you and wear bright clothing. Use a front white light, red rear light and reflectors when visibility is poor. Make eye contact with others and don’t ride on sidewalks. Think Ahead Anticipate what drivers, pedestrians, and other people on bikes will do next. Watch for turning vehicles and ride outside the door zone of parked cars. Look out for debris, potholes, and other road hazards. Ride Ready Check that your tires have sufficient air, brakes are working, chain runs smoothly, and quick release levers are closed. Carry tools and supplies that are appropriate for your ride. Wear a helmet. it is clear that connectivity through bicycling is a community priority. Our bike paths meander through our parks and neighborhoods and parallel city streets. So whether you’re taking a leisurely ride through one of our 60 parks, bicycling to Historic Dublin to meet friends or heading to Glacier Ridge Metro Park as part of your exercise routine, our path system will help you get to your destination. Of course, Dublin’s paths are not just for biking. These recreation paths also are designed for joggers, walkers, rollerbladers and much more. Dublin parks are open from dawn till dusk. In addition to bike paths, Dublin has: nearly four miles of on-road sharrows along sections of Emerald Parkway, Coffman Road and Rings Road bike lanes on Muirfield Drive between Moors Place and Glick Road a signed bike route that directs riders along neighborhood streets, beginning at Dublin Coffman High School to Glacier Ridge Metro Park. Bicycle Friendly Community As a nationally designated Bike Friendly Community, Dublin is proud to possess the five essential “Es” that make our community a great place for bicycling: Engineering - Creating safe and convenient places to ride and park Education – Giving people of all ages and abilities the skills and confidence to ride Encouragement – Creating a strong bike culture that welcomes and celebrates bicycling Enforcement – Ensuring safe roads for all users Evaluation & Planning Planning for bicycling as a safe and viable transportation option Helmet Safety Dublin encourages the use of helmets for children and adults, but does not mandate them by law. Proper helmet fit is key to reducing injuries. Follow these steps to ensure your helmet fits properly. Washington Township offers free bicycle helmet fittings during weekday office hours at the Washington Township Administration Building, 6200 Eiterman Road, Dublin, Ohio 43016. Call 614-652-3920 to schedule an appointment. http://bikeleague.org/ Bike Repair Stations Dublin’s bike repair stations have basic tools for bike repair including an air pump, flat & Phillips head screw drivers and Allen wrenches. Avery Road bike path just south of Avery Park Coffman Park near the Dublin Community Recreation Center Dublin Community Pool North Tullymore Drive bike path east of Hyland-Croy Road Hanging the bike from the hanger arms allows the pedals and wheels to spin freely while making adjustments. For help with repairs use the Quick Read (QR) code on the front of the station to view detailed instructions on your smart phone. Bike Parking Around the City and at Events There are more than 50 bike racks located across the City. Complimentary bike parking also is available at many of our events such as the Dublin Irish Festival, Independence Day Celebration and the Memorial Tournament. If you see a public location in need of a bike rack or additional racks, please contact the City at dublinohiousa.gov/services/ make-a-service-request/ Dublin Bicycle Ambassadors Dublin Bicycle Ambassadors are a specially- trained volunteer team who help bicyclists with directions; report maintenance and safety issues; assist with bike safety initiatives, education, and group rides and recognize youth practicing safe biking. Ambassadors are clearly identifiable by neon vests or jersey uniforms and City-issued identification badges. For information on Dublin Bicycle Ambassadors, call 614-410-4406. Bicycle Registration Bicycle registration is available through the City of Dublin Division of Police. If your bicycle is lost or stolen, bike registration could help you reunite with your bicycle. Registration can be completed in person at the Justice Center, 6565 Commerce Parkway, or at community events including the Dublin Irish Festival. We believe bicycling brings people together. When more people ride bikes: Life is better for everyone ... Communities are safer, stronger and better connected... Our nation is healthier, economically stronger, environmentally cleaner and more energy independent. The League of American Bicyclists It should fit snugly and can be fine-tuned by adding thick or thin removable pads inside. The two side plastic pieces on the straps should fit just under the ears. The buckle should be just under the chin, with about one finger’s width of space between the strap and the chin. The helmet must ALWAYS be buckled. A bicycle helmet should sit low on the forehead, just above the eyebrow. Bicycles on the roadway are, by law, vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as motorized vehicles. DublinOhioUSA.gov Dublin City Council Mayor Greg Peterson (Ward 1) Vice Mayor John Reiner (Ward 3) Christina Alutto (At Large) Chris Amorose Groomes (At Large) Michael Keenan (At Large) Tim Lecklider (Ward 4) Amy Salay (Ward 2) City Manager Dana McDaniel Dublin Bike Paths and Parks Guide With more than 100 miles of bike paths in the City of Dublin,

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Page 1: On-Road Cycling Safety – “Rules of the Road” and Parks ... · Dublin parks are open from dawn till dusk. nearly four miles of on-road sharrows along sections of Emerald Parkway,

Bike Path EtiquetteAll Path Users

Share the paths and show courtesy to other path users at all times

Use the right side of the path except when otherwise designated Always pass on the left

Respect the rights of property owners Keep dogs on leash (maximum length 8 feet) and remove pet feces

from paths Do not use headphones or ear pieces in a manner that prevents you

from hearing audible signals from other users

Bicyclists Yield to pedestrians

Give audible warning when passing pedestrians or other bicyclists Ride at a safe speed. Slow down and form a single � le in congested

conditions, reduced visibility, and other hazardous conditions

Pedestrians Stay to the right side of the path except when otherwise designated Watch for other path users Be especially alert when running. Listen for audible signals and allow

faster path users (runners and bicyclists) to pass safely

On-Road Cycling Safety – “Rules of the Road”Follow the LawBicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers. Obey tra� c signals and stop signs. Ride with tra� c; use the rightmost lane headed in the direction you are going.

Be PredictableMake your intentions clear to everyone on the road. Ride in a straight line and don’t swerve between parked cars. Signal turns, and check behind you well before turning or changing lanes.

Be ConspicuousRide where people can see you and wear bright clothing. Use a front white light, red rear light and re� ectors when visibility is poor. Make eye contact with others and don’t ride on sidewalks.

Think AheadAnticipate what drivers, pedestrians, and other people on bikes will do next. Watch for turning vehicles and ride outside the door zone of parked cars. Look out for debris, potholes, and other road hazards.

Ride ReadyCheck that your tires have su� cient air, brakes are working, chain runs smoothly, and quick release levers are closed. Carry tools and supplies that are appropriate for your ride. Wear a helmet.

it is clear that connectivity through bicycling is a community priority. Our bike paths meander through our parks and neighborhoods and parallel city streets. So whether you’re taking a leisurely ride through one of our 60 parks, bicycling to Historic Dublin to meet friends or heading to Glacier Ridge Metro Park as part of your exercise routine, our path system will help you get to your destination. Of course, Dublin’s paths are not just for biking. These recreation paths also are designed for joggers, walkers, rollerbladers and much more. Dublin parks are open from dawn till dusk.

In addition to bike paths, Dublin has: nearly four miles of on-road sharrows along

sections of Emerald Parkway, Co� man Road and Rings Road

bike lanes on Muir� eld Drive between Moors Place and Glick Road

a signed bike route that directs riders along neighborhood streets, beginning at Dublin Co� man High School to Glacier Ridge Metro Park.

Bicycle Friendly CommunityAs a nationally designated Bike Friendly Community, Dublin is proud to possess the � ve essential “Es” that make our community a great place for bicycling:

Engineering - Creating safe and convenient places to ride and park Education – Giving people of all ages and abilities the skills and

con� dence to ride Encouragement – Creating a strong bike culture that welcomes and

celebrates bicycling Enforcement – Ensuring safe

roads for all users Evaluation & Planning –

Planning for bicycling as a safe and viable transportation option

Helmet SafetyDublin encourages the use of helmets for children and adults, but does not mandate them by law. Proper helmet � t is key to reducing injuries. Follow these steps to ensure your helmet � ts properly.

Washington Township o� ers free bicycle helmet � ttings during weekday o� ce hours at the

Washington Township Administration Building, 6200 Eiterman Road, Dublin, Ohio 43016.

Call 614-652-3920 to schedule an appointment.

http://bikeleague.org/

Bike Repair StationsDublin’s bike repair stations have basic tools for bike repair including an air pump, � at & Phillips head screw drivers and Allen wrenches.

Avery Road bike path just south of Avery Park Co� man Park near the Dublin Community Recreation Center Dublin Community Pool North Tullymore Drive bike path east of Hyland-Croy Road

Hanging the bike from the hanger arms allows the pedals and wheels to spin freely while making adjustments.

For help with repairs use the Quick Read (QR) code on the front of the station to view detailed instructions on your smart phone.

Bike Parking Around the City and at EventsThere are more than 50 bike racks located across the City. Complimentary bike parking also is available at many of our events such as the Dublin Irish Festival, Independence Day Celebration and the Memorial Tournament. If you see a public location in need of a bike rack or additional racks, please contact the City at dublinohiousa.gov/services/make-a-service-request/

Dublin Bicycle AmbassadorsDublin Bicycle Ambassadors are a specially-trained volunteer team who help bicyclists with directions; report maintenance and safety issues; assist with bike safety initiatives, education, and group rides and recognize youth practicing safe biking. Ambassadors are clearly identi� able by neon vests or jersey uniforms and City-issued identi� cation badges. For information on Dublin Bicycle Ambassadors, call 614-410-4406.

Bicycle RegistrationBicycle registration is available through the City of Dublin Division of Police. If your bicycle is lost or stolen, bike registration could help you reunite with your bicycle. Registration can be completed in person at the Justice Center, 6565 Commerce Parkway, or at community events including the DublinIrish Festival.

We believe bicycling brings people together.When more people ride bikes:

Life is better for everyone . . . Communities are safer, stronger and better connected. . . Our nation is healthier, economically stronger, environmentally cleaner and more energy independent. The League of American Bicyclists

It should fi t snugly and can be fi ne-tuned by adding thick or thin removable pads inside.

The two side plastic pieces on the straps should fi t just under the ears.

The buckle should be just under the chin, with about

one fi nger’s width of space between the strap and the chin.

The helmet must ALWAYS be buckled.

A bicycle helmet

should sit low on the

forehead, just above

the eyebrow.

Bicycles on the roadway are, by law, vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as motorized vehicles.

DublinOhioUSA.gov

Dublin City CouncilMayor Greg Peterson (Ward 1)Vice Mayor John Reiner (Ward 3)Christina Alutto (At Large)Chris Amorose Groomes (At Large)Michael Keenan (At Large)Tim Lecklider (Ward 4)Amy Salay (Ward 2)

City Manager Dana McDaniel

Dublin Bike Paths and Parks Guide2016

With more than 100 miles of bike paths in the City of Dublin,

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Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Glacier Ridge Metro Park

Glacier Ridge Metro Park

Golf Club of Dublin

Dublin Public

Library

Dublin Recreation

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Dancing HaresBallantrae Park

Field of Corn (with Osage Oranges) 4999 Rings Rd.

Going, Going…Gone!, I’m Ready to PlayDarree Fields

Grounds of RemembranceDublin Veterans Park

Jack Nicklaus Tribute Muirfi eld Dr. median

LeatherlipsScioto Park

Public ArtOut of BoundsAvery Park

Sanguine Standing Stone, Jaunty Hornbeam, Tree of Life, Future TenseDublin Arts Center7125 Riverside Dr.

The Simulation of George M. Karrer’s Workshop, Daily Chores, Dublin Kiwanis Frog Historic Dublin

Watch House, Ascension, Narrow#5, Injection, Exuvia, One Scene and UntitledCoff man Park

The Dublin Arts Council website and cell phone tour provide a current, comprehensive and interactive guide to our collection that features more than 70 sculptural elements. For a complete list of public artworks in Dublin visit www.dublinarts.org or call 614.889.7444.

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Dublin Bike Paths

Bike Lane/Sharrow (on street)

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Dublin Parks

Dublin Open Spaces

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