A State Trooper or a Cyclist? He’s both! And here with some tips for all road users.

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Idaho State Police

District 5 5255 S. 5th Avenue, Suite 1

Pocatello, Idaho 83204

(208) 239-9800

For Immediate Release: 07/26/21 2:10 p.m.

Please direct questions to the District Office or the ISP Public Affairs Office (208) 884-7122 isppio@isp.idaho.gov

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A State Trooper or a Cyclist? He's both! And here with some tips for all road users.

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Idaho is a beautiful place to explore, and one of the best ways to see and enjoy Idaho's byways and communities is by bike!

A number of folks with the Idaho State Police are also avid cyclists. That includes Lt. Michael Winans of ISP District 5 in Pocatello. Lt. Winans rides for fun and competition, and he knows the value of following the rules of the road.

Posted today, visitors to the Idaho State Police Facebook page will find a short video with several traffic safety tips for both cyclists and motorists intended to raise awareness and increase safety for all road users.

Tips include:

Cyclists and motorists are entitled to the same rights on the roadways.

Motorists:

Expect & watch for cyclists

Treat cyclists like slow-moving vehicles

Pass when safe

Give ample space

Cyclists:

Use hand signals

Be visible and predictable

Know the rules of the road

Ride lawfully, respectfully

Find the video at facebook.com/IdahoStatePolice.

Ride safe out there!

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Posted in District 5 - Southeastern Idaho