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Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Bikeway maps, bus routes and schedules ... Orange County Harbors, Beaches and Parks: .714-834-2400 ...
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Explore Orange County
Bicycling Safety Tips 15. Do not carry heavy packages that or red reflector on each side of the back Unloading Your Bike
interfere with riding safely. of the bicycle, or reflectorized tires Before the bus approaches your stop,
tell the coach operator that you will be
16. Learn to look back over your shoulder 21204 — The bicycle must have a
removing your bike.
without losing your balance or permanent seat. Passengers must have
swerving into traffic. Use a rearview a separate seat. Those under four years From curbside in front of the bus, raise
mirror if necessary. old, or weighing 40 pounds or less, must the support arm off the tire.
be restrained and protected from moving
17. When approaching an intersection, Lift your bike out of the rack.
parts of the bicycle.
look behind you before moving onto
Fold up the rack if no one will be using it.
the line separating the right-turn lane 21212 — Bicyclists and bicycle passengers
The rack will automatically lock in place.
from the right lane of traffic. If no right under the age of 18 must wear a helmet
turn lane is available, position yourself that meets ANSI or Snell standards. Step away from the bus with your bike.
in the middle of the right lane. If the
1. Always wear a helmet that meets ANSI 21650.1 — Bicyclists on the shoulder of a
lane is wide enough, allow enough
or Snell standards. roadway must ride in the same direction
room on your right for cars to turn. Points to Remember
as the traffic.
Resources for Bicyclists 2. Obey all traffic laws. They apply to both 18. Keep your bike in good repair. Make
motorists and bicyclists. 27400 — Bicyclists may not wear earplugs
Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) sure tires are properly inflated,
in both ears or a headset covering both
Bikeway maps, bus routes and schedules 3. Watch for road hazards — potholes, brakes are adjusted, gears and
ears. This section does not apply to
North and Central Orange County: ............................................................714-636-RIDE (7433) storm drain grates, broken glass, chains are lubricated, and the seat
hearing aids.
www.octa.net debris, slick pavement, sand and and handlebars are comfortably
gravel. Cross railroad tracks at a right positioned.
South Orange County and Riverside: ........................................................ 800-636-RIDE (7433)
angle. How to Use the Bike Rack
TDD (for hearing impaired): ...................................................................... 714-636-HEAR (4327) on OCTA Buses
4. Make yourself visible. Equip your bike California Vehicle Code
Metrolink Commuter Rail Service: ........................................................................... 800-371-LINK with all legally required lights and
www.metrolinktrains.com reflectors. Wear bright colors during the
Commuter Connection: ................................................................................ 800-636-RIDE (7433) day and light colors at night. Never walk or stand in front of oncoming
(Including carpool and vanpool matching and personalized RideGuides)
5. Ride in a straight line, single file, about traffic while loading or unloading your
Employer Rideshare Assistance ................................................................................ 714-560.5588 a car door’s width away from parked bike.
cars. The coach operator may not leave the
Additional Information: 6. Watch for cars entering or leaving bus to help load or unload bicycles.
Orange County Harbors, Beaches and Parks:........................................................ 714-834-2400 driveways, making turns, and doors Bike racks are available on a first come,
Off-Road Trail Information: ................................................................................ www.ocparks.com opening on parked cars. first served basis. Each rack holds two
Loading Your Bike bicycles of any size or type.
San Diego County Bikeway Maps and Information: ............................................. 619-231-BIKE 7. When turning left, either a) Signal,
Be prepared to load your bike when the
www.ridelink.org move into the left lane, position This is a summary of the bicycle section The bike racks are easy to use. You can
bus approaches. Remove water bottles,
yourself to the right of the first car, and of the California Vehicle Code. Check load or unload your bike in under 20
Highway Conditions: .......................................................................................................949-451-TIP pumps and other loose items.
turn left into the lane closest to the the vehicle code at www.leginfo.ca.gov seconds.
www.traveltip.net curb or b) stay to the right, ride straight for more detailed information and exact Alert the coach operator that you are
Air Quality Report: ...................................................................................................... 800-288-7664 through the intersection to the far-side wording. going to use the bike rack. The bike nearest the bus can be unloaded
www.aqmd.gov crosswalk, and walk your bike in the without removing the front bike.
21200 — Bicycle riders have all the rights Load your bike from curbside in front
crosswalk. The bike rack touches only the rubber
Real-time ridematching....................................................................................www.ridematch.info and responsibilities of vehicle drivers. of the bus.
8. Ride in the direction of traffic, as far as tires and will not scratch or damage
Bike routes & maps (Orange, LA, Riverside, San Bernardino counties) .........www.bikemetro.com 21200.5 — It is unlawful to ride a bicycle If the bike rack is up, release it by pulling your bike.
possible to the right side of the road.
under the influence of alcohol or drugs. down with one hand.
9. Use appropriate hand signals to
21201 — The following equipment is Lift your bike onto the bike rack and fit
Bike Locker Locations Fullerton Transportation Center communicate your intentions to
required on bicycles ridden at night: the wheels into the proper slots.
120 E. Santa Fe Avenue motorists.
Anaheim Station (near Harbor Blvd.) • A white headlight, or white lamp Raise the support arm over the front tire.
2150 E. Katella Avenue 10. Use a bike lane or shoulder if
City contact: Terry Galvin attached to the rider, visible from 300 A spring will pull the arm back securely
(at Anaheim Stadium) available.
(714) 738-6881 feet in front of and from the sides of latching your bike.
City contact: Lee Ertel 11. Don’t weave between parked cars or the bicycle
(714) 765-5277 Irvine Transportation Center cars stopped in traffic.
15215 Barranca Parkway • A red reflector visible from 500 feet
Anaheim Canyon Station (Northwest corner of Barranca and Ada) 12. Don’t wear headphones or earplugs when illuminated by a motor vehicle’s
1039 Pacificenter Drive City contact: Lisa Thai while riding. headlights
(near La Palma Ave.) (949) 724-7384 13. Don’t assume that a motorist sees • A white or yellow reflector on each
City contact: Diane Kotler you. Always make eye contact. pedal visible from 200 feet to the front
(714) 563-5287 Orange Transportation Center and to the rear of the bicycle
194 N. Atchison Street (at Chapman) 14. Pass slower vehicles, other bicyclists www.octa.net 714-560-RIDE
City contact: Doug Keys and pedestrians to their left. • A white or yellow reflector on each side
(714) 744-5525 of the front of the bicycle, and a white
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