Ride Waiver RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AND PARENTAL CONSENT AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) IN CONSIDERATION of being permitted to participate in any way in FSMTCC sponsored Bicycling Activities (“Activity”) I, for myself, my personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin:

 

1. ACKNOWLEDGE, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of Bicycling Activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activity. I further acknowledge that the Activity will be conducted over public roads and facilities open to the public during the Activity and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if, at any time, I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation in the Activity.

 

2. FULLY UNDERSTAND that: (a) BICYCLING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE RISKS AND DANGERS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH (“RISKS”); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions, or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Activity, the condition in which the Activity takes place, or THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE “RELEASEES” NAMED BELOW; (c) there may be OTHER RISKS AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LOSSES either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES I incur as a result of my participation or that of the minor in the Activity.

 

3. HEREBY RELEASE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE FSMTCC, their administrators, directors, agents, officers, members, volunteers, and employees, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, (Each considered one of the “RELEASES” herein) FROM ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LOSSES, OR DAMAGES ON MY ACCOUNT CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE “RELEASEES” OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING NEGLIGENT RESCUE OPERATIONS; AND I FURTHER AGREE that if, despite this RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim against any of the Releases, I WILL INDEMNIFY, SAVE, AND HOLD HARMLESS EACH OF THE RELEASEES from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost which any may incur as the result of such claim.

 

I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT OR ASSURANCE OF ANY NATURE AND INTEND IT TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW AND AGREE THAT IF ANY PORTION OF THIS AGREEMENT IS HELD TO BE INVALID THE BALANCE, NOTWITHSTANDING, SHALL CONTINUE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT. 

 

By Signing you agree to all items contained in the release and that you will follow league guidelines for safe road riding.

 

2025 Ride Waiver League Guidelines for Safe Road Riding - (Annex 1) Bicycle safety on the road is your responsibility. As a bicyclist, you have the same rights and responsibilities as other road users. Be predictable, alert, and responsible. 1. Ride predictably, just as you would if operating a motor vehicle. Blending in with the normal traffic flow is the safest way to ride.

2. Always ride on the right side of the roadway, with the flow of traffic. Riding on the left significantly increases your chances of being involved in a crash, especially at intersections, where motorists won’t expect you to be. RIDING ON THE RIGHT IS THE LAW.

3. Obey all traffic signs, signals, and other traffic control devices.

4. Always yield to overtaking traffic and then signal before turning or changing lanes.

5. Ride single file unless the law and traffic conditions allow you to ride two abreast.

6. Yield to other vehicles and pedestrians when traffic law requires you to do so.

7. Be highly visible. Wear light, bright-colored clothing in daylight. Be sure to use a bright white headlight and a red rear reflector at dusk and when it's dark. To make yourself even more visible at night, use additional reflectors on your bicycle and consider wearing reflective material on your body.

8. Always look behind you before turning or changing lanes. If you use a mirror, remember to look back, too, so you don’t miss seeing an overtaking vehicle in your mirror. Your job is to see that the way is clear before turning or changing lanes.

9. Maintain your bicycle regularly so it is safe and dependable.

10. Carry all cargo on a rack, in bike bags, or in panniers. A backpack may also be used for light loads but make sure the straps are pulled tight so the bag doesn’t dislodge while riding. DO NOT hang packages off the handlebars or carry them in your lap.

11. Choose your route carefully, using a bike map if available. If possible, choose wider roads with less traffic and slower speeds. Always choose roads that are within your skill level (training, experience, competence).

12. Pay full attention to traffic and the road surface. Beware of road hazards such as rocks, potholes, gravel, and dogs. 13. WEAR A HELMET. All of the above safety measures will help prevent a crash or fall. A helmet and gloves will protect you in the event that a crash or fall cannot be avoided.