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The New Move Over Law in New Jersey

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Upper Saddle River NJ, the 2021 New Jersey Safe Passing Law is designed to remind motorists that they must share the roads with those who are not in vehicles, whether they are bicyclists, pedestrians forced to walk down a road with no sidewalks, or those with mobility challenges who are on motorized scooters.

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Ridgewood Police Department , as of March 1st New Jersey has implemented a new “Move Over” law

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Ridgewood NJ, a reminder from the Ridgewood Police Department , as of March 1st New Jersey has implemented a new “Move Over” law:
When approaching a pedestrian or a person on a bike, skateboard or scooter on the roadway, drivers must: Move over one lane when passing, if it safe to do so, or allow four feet of space between the car and the person being passed. If it is not safe or possible to move over one lane, drivers must slow to 25 MPH.

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How to Choose the Right Bike

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Bicycles are a great way for transportation and exercise at the same time. For many people, cycling is an enjoyable and exciting sport that people of all ages can do. However, last year, bikes became more popular than ever. A lot of people were stuck at home during the Covid 19 lockdown, looking for new ways to go out and exercise, so naturally,  bike sales went up. Unfortunately, those who chose bikes randomly ended up not using them at all as they didn’t get the right ones for their needs.

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The Rules of City Cycling: What All Cyclers Should Know

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Riding a bike in the city is fun, and it’s regarded as one of the most affordable, accessible, and environmentally friendly ways of moving within the city. With increased bike use within the city, many new riders are flouting rules, which have led to rising bike accidents. Whether it’s your first time riding in the city or you have been for long, it’s essential to know the existing rules and follow them to be safe on the streets or to avoid being penalized. Here are some rules for city cycling.

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