Terrific news for all bicycle riders in New Hampshire!

As of Jan. 1, 2009, a new state law will require motorists to allow bicyclists at least three feet of clearance when passing, with an additional foot required for every 10 mph increment above 30 mph. The law will also allow bicyclists to pass stationary cars and trucks on the right side when safe and enable bicyclists to use designated traffic turn lanes. To aid motorists, bicyclists traveling at night will be required to wear at least one item of reflective clothing.

Special thanks to Dave Topham, the founder of the Bike-Walk Alliance of New Hampshire , who championed the bill and worked hard to get it passed!

To learn more about the bill and how it was passed, read this article from the Concord Monitor.