Editing Cyclists (section)

===United States===

Traveling by bicycle in the [[United States]] both locally and long distances can be a great challenge primarily for [[safety]] concerns. However, the US has much to offer with varied landscapes and a large geography unimpeded by borders.

* Many cities require that one ride on the roadway with other forms of traffic following all normal traffic laws. This is the safest and often most worry free way to travel. Riding on the sidewalk is dangerous for you, pedestrians, and to automobile traffic.

* Distances between locations is far greater than in Europe and other regions, keep this in mind when traveling between cities in the US. Pack enough food, water, and extra tire tubes.

* Road conditions in the United States are generally of very high quality however the high amount of broken glass and other debris mean that you'll want to carry a few extra innertubes.

* Because of the domination of automobile traffic and such a small number of cyclists, many drivers do not now how to properly deal with bicycles present on the roadway and often don't even see them until it is too late. for this reason:
**Be aware of automobile traffic
**Wear a helmet
**Signal turns
**and avoid large motorways wherever possible.

====Suggested routes====

[[:wikipedia:Natchez Trace|The Natchez Trace Parkway]] is a scenic, 2-lane 440mile (700km) asphalt roadway with low speeds and little traffic for those traveling between Nashville and Natchez, Mississippi. The road is commonly traveled by cyclists and has great views. There is free and open camping anywhere along the road and automobile traffic is limited.

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====Guides====

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