by Erick Wikum
Test your safe judgment with this trail quiz. For answers, click the "ANSWER" link at the bottom.
1. You’re riding your bike on the Little Miami Scenic Trail and approach two walkers going in your direction. As you get nearer, you notice that a bicyclist who is coming the other way will pass the two walkers about the same time as you. You should:
a. Proceed to overtake the walkers but stay in the middle of the trail to allow the bicyclist to pass at the same time.
b. Slow down, stopping if necessary, and wait until the oncoming bicyclist has passed before proceeding to overtake the walkers while calling out “on your left.”
c. Jump into the grass on the right-hand side of the trail, pass the walkers, and return to the trail.
d. Accelerate to top speed, passing the walkers and returning to the right-hand side of the trail before the approaching bicyclist reaches the walkers.
2. What are the most important aspects of protective helmets for bicycling, roller skating, roller skiing, etc.?
a. Cost (the higher the cost, the safer the helmet)
b. Attractiveness
c. Size and fit
d. Age
e. Standards testing
f. All of the above
g. All of the above except a
h. All of the above except a and b
3. Riding your bicycle on the trail, you approach a horseback rider going in your direction. You should:
a. Proceed to pass while calling out “on your left.”
b. Turn around and head in the opposite direction.
c. Announce your presence in a calm voice and wait for the rider to give you the go-ahead to pass.
d. Proceed to pass but do so silently while giving as wide a berth as possible.
4. Which rule DOES NOT apply to the Little Miami Scenic Trail?
a. Pets are permitted on the trail provided they are on a hand-held leash no longer than six feet.
b. No headphones or earphones are permitted while cycling.
c. E-bikes of Classes 1, 2, and 3 are permitted on the trail.
d. Cyclists must obey all Ohio traffic laws that pertain to bicyclists including stopping at all posted road crossings, yielding to vehicle traffic, and giving an audible signal when passing.
e. State law prohibits alcohol on public land.
f. The speed limit is 20mph.
How did you do? What is your trail safety IQ?
Now is a great time to enjoy the Little Miami Scenic Trail, but when you do, keep safety top of mind.
by Erick Wikum
June 2024
