Attention Bicyclists
#31
Posted 17 May 2010 - 02:08 PM
I understand commuters and those in training for a race probably feel differently.
#32
Posted 17 May 2010 - 02:13 PM
Maybe we need 'traffic calming measures' on the 'multi-purpose' trails too.
#33
Posted 17 May 2010 - 02:27 PM
I understand commuters and those in training for a race probably feel differently.
I agree with you, I'm out there for mild exercise, enjoying the beauty of nature, and riding with my family. We like to stop often to snack on blackberries as well when they are ripe.
#34
Posted 17 May 2010 - 02:56 PM
The ARP site trail rules are posted http://www.msa2.sacc...egulations.aspx and last year at least twice Rick Kushman of the Sac Bee posted a great column explaining different scenerios (cycling, walking, walking in group, with stroller, roller blader, etc) but their search feature is horrible
Steve is right, signage on the trail would certainly help -- could be a great Eagle Scout project.
I think the misunderstandings come from the fact that ARP rules apply from Hazel west, and a lot of folks don't know that.
On that section, the shoulders are wide, flat, maintained and generally 'paved' with what appears to be decomposed granite. In contrast, the trail from Hazel east often has little to know shoulder, can be wider or narrower, flat or uneven, or even sloped away from the trail, and covered with rocks and dog doo.
Also, we have trails throughout town which are not part of ARP.
Steve Heard
Folsom Real Estate Specialist
EXP Realty
BRE#01368503
Owner - MyFolsom.com
916 718 9577
#35
Posted 17 May 2010 - 03:23 PM
On that section, the shoulders are wide, flat, maintained and generally 'paved' with what appears to be decomposed granite. In contrast, the trail from Hazel east often has little to know shoulder, can be wider or narrower, flat or uneven, or even sloped away from the trail, and covered with rocks and dog doo.
Also, we have trails throughout town which are not part of ARP.
Agree shoulders are narrower and more curves but the rules for the ARP seem to apply to the entire trail as the links above do not call out Folsom has their own rules, Folsom Parks and Recreation does not mention special rules or any for that matter on their site and users of the trail come from all over the region (El Dorado, Sacramento, Yuba, Solano and other counties) that few will know the boundary lines so even if there is a change, no one but a few know of it.
ARP rules cover Folsom's terrain and narrow trails with peds to walk facing traffic, on the shoulder if available and for cyclists to ride smart, cautious and maintain control of their bike just like a person walking their dog on a leash is expected to do.
#36
Posted 17 May 2010 - 04:52 PM
it would be interesting to see how many rude bikers drive BMW's
if only the folsom pd modor cops could hit the bike trail, the problem would be solved in a week
#37
Posted 17 May 2010 - 05:00 PM
#38
Posted 17 May 2010 - 06:49 PM
it would be interesting to see how many rude bikers drive BMW's
if only the folsom pd modor cops could hit the bike trail, the problem would be solved in a week
I really appreciate it when bikers say "on the left" as they pass me (I hear it a lot). It makes me aware of their presence. I always reply with a thank you.
#39
Posted 17 May 2010 - 08:10 PM
ARP rules cover Folsom's terrain and narrow trails with peds to walk facing traffic, on the shoulder if available and for cyclists to ride smart, cautious and maintain control of their bike just like a person walking their dog on a leash is expected to do.
That's the point. It seems to some that the rules are the same and seems to others that they are different, and others believe that the rules of ARP apply to the trails along Lake Natoma and Folsom Lake, but not to the Humbug-Willow Creek and other trails around town.
It seems there's a need for some clarification and signage.
Steve Heard
Folsom Real Estate Specialist
EXP Realty
BRE#01368503
Owner - MyFolsom.com
916 718 9577
#40
Posted 17 May 2010 - 08:42 PM
#41
Posted 17 May 2010 - 08:47 PM
Seems to be true, but because of the rules and the misunderstanding of them, some people seem to think people are being inconsiderate when they think they are just minding their own business and enjoying the trail.
Come to think of it, it seems that if we were considerate to each other at all times, we wouldn't need any laws about any thing! Seems to make sense.
Steve Heard
Folsom Real Estate Specialist
EXP Realty
BRE#01368503
Owner - MyFolsom.com
916 718 9577
#42
Posted 17 May 2010 - 09:10 PM
Thank you retired Public Works employee Danny Olson for coming up with the idea - it makes me smile every time I see it!
#43
Posted 17 May 2010 - 09:33 PM
Thank you retired Public Works employee Danny Olson for coming up with the idea - it makes me smile every time I see it!
I love that sign too. It also makes me smile.
#44
Posted 17 May 2010 - 09:38 PM
Best traffic sign ever, simple and very effective!
#45
Posted 18 May 2010 - 08:35 AM
oh, and I do get nervous even being on the trail, in august or so...
Seems like every year, I hear someone scream..SNAKE!!!!......and off a rattler slithers and bikers crash...and...worse you see an old lady running down the trail....
yikes....
Thanks for the tip... I was wondering about that. I started trail running back in November, but now that the Summer is close I started wondering about those snakes, I know they're all over & how dangerous they are, my dog was bitten by one in Negro Bar area 4 years ago. So I guess going out at 5:00 AM ish is the safest way to avoid these critters?
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