F5 Predicts: Education gets personal

Learning to ride no-hands is an important accomplishment for any bicyclist. The skill not only looks impressive, but it's useful as well. But what the law says about riding a bike with no hands? When you can ride no-hands, you're able to take a quick drink of water or grab a snack without having to stop and dismount. You can also signal other cyclists and motorists more easily. But make sure you do it on race tracks, private property or states and place where its allowed. As in some states in US made it illegal to ride without hands on the handlebars. Riding a bicycle without using one's hands does not necessarily mean that it is illegal, but safety is an issue. In many states, local and national cycling laws require riders to always keep at least one hand on their handlebars while riding. Riding with no hands makes it difficult for cyclists to maintain proper control of their bicycles and they may encounter danger in busy streets or harsh weather conditions. Furthermore, the increased risk of causing an accident puts a greater responsibility on the cyclist as well as any other road user in contact with them. Therefore, when considering riding a bicycle without using hands, carefully assess the pros and cons of doing so in relation to your local cycling law and the conditions of your environment.