I don't know if they are still available, but Bike Fed, along with the Wisconsin DOT, used to put out nifty little laminated cards with all the relevant bicycle laws, including statute numbers. I have carried one in my wallet for years, and have another tucked into my bike emergency kit. I've also given them out to others who seemed interested.
It is best to not argue with a cop. Some (not all, so please, no angry emails!) feel they have to assert their authority, and will find a way to do so, even if they are on shaky legal ground. Having the card with you can make the conversation a bit easier, if you do it the right way, but it might make it worse. I have actually offered to provide multiple copies to police departments that are "having problems with bicyclists." That allows them to think I am helping them control bicyclists, but really it's showing them the laws so bicyclists don't get harassed. Call Bike Fed to see if the cards are still available. I know the DOT was interested in reprinting them, so maybe the supply has been renewed. Robbie Webber Bike Walk Madison Steering Committee www.bikewalkmadison.org Join our group on Facebook! _______________________________________________ Bikies mailing list [email protected] http://lists.danenet.org/listinfo.cgi/bikies-danenet.org
