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ground very fast. Come prepared for weather extremes, from chilly coastal fog and winter
rainstorms to intense heat in summer.
Resources
Adventure Cycling Association
( www.adventurecycling.org )
Online resource for purchasing bicycle-friendly maps and long-distance route guides.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
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Better World Club
( 866-238-1137; www.betterworldclub.com )
Annual membership (from $40) gets you two 24-hour emergency roadside pick-ups and
transport within a 30-mile radius.
California Bicycle Coalition
( http://calbike.org )
Links to cycling route maps, events, safety tips, laws, bike-sharing programs and com-
munity nonprofit bicycle shops.
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Road Rules
Cycling is allowed on all roads and highways - even along freeways if there's no suitable
alternative, such as a smaller parallel frontage road; all mandatory exits are marked.
Some cities have designated bicycle lanes, but make sure you have your wits about you
in heavy traffic.
Cyclists must follow the same rules of the road as vehicles. Don't expect drivers to al-
ways respect your right of way, however.
Wearing a helmet is mandatory for bicycle riders under 18 years old.
Ensure you have proper lights and reflective gear, especially if you're pedaling at night or
in fog.
Transporting Bicycles
Greyhound transports bicycles as luggage (surcharge $30 to $40), provided the bicycle is
disassembled and placed in a rigid container ($10 box available at some terminals).
Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner trains have onboard racks where you can secure your bike un-
boxed; try to reserve a spot for your bicycle when buying tickets ($5 surcharge may ap-
ply).
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