The Right Angle is the Best Angle

Enjoying the warmer weather with a bike ride? Take care near streetcar tracks. Remember: The Right Angle is the Best Angle!

Always slow down and cross streetcar tracks at a 60 to 90 degree angle. Crossing incorrectly can result in your front tire sliding on the rail or getting stuck in the gap next to the rail, which can cause you to fall from your bicycle.

In order to cross at the right angle, you may need to turn a little away from the track first, and then cross it. Make sure to slow down first, look behind you, and signal if appropriate.

If you are not comfortable riding over the tracks (because there are multiple tracks at an intersection, difficult track angles, or because of traffic) pull over to the curb, dismount and cross the intersection as a pedestrian.

Streetcar tracks become more slippery when wet. Use caution riding in the rain or in winter weather.

View a drawing of how to correctly cross the tracks.