CABO

The so-called “California Stop”/rolling stop is commonly done by motorists and bicyclists. It can often be safely accomplished, though the behavior is illegal because under California law a full stop is required. When challenged about the extent to which I ride a bicycle legally – especially related to stop signs – I disclose that I ride/drive my bicycles in the same manner that I drive my cars. This usually gets a nervous laugh response because the motorists in the audience, although irate about the behavior of “all those bicyclists” realize that they have rolled through stops too. Read more…

I am pleased to announce that the California Association of Bicycling Organizations will benefit from the Traffic Engineering expertise, substantial history and involvement with bicycling advocacy of Robert (Bob) Shanteau. Read more…