It's one of those lessons we all learned early on in life, like sharing is good. When you give respect, you get respect. And nowhere is that more true than on Utah's roads, where drivers and cyclists meet in potentially life-threatening situations thousands of times a day. The Road Respect program is dedicated to promoting safety by educating both drivers and cyclists about the rules of the road and encouraging mutual respect so that everyone gets home safely.

In August 2011, following the launch of the Road Respect program, a statewide survey showed that 43% of respondents were aware of the program. Of those respondents, 96% were aware of the Road Respect message, demonstrating the program's significant impact after just one year. We look forward to seeing a continued positive influence on cyclists and drivers this year.

THE 2012 ROAD RESPECT TOUR

2011 Photo Gallery

To encourage safe cycling and to promote the Road Respect message throughout the state, Bike Utah, the Utah Department of Transportation, the Department of Public Safety and Zero Fatalities are gearing up for the 2nd Annual Road Respect Tour, June 4-9.

The tour will carry the Road Respect message from southern to northern Utah as a core group of Road Respect Riders travels Utah's roads, demonstrating obedience to the law and proper cycling etiquette. As they move from town to town, the Road Respect Riders will join with the public to participate in fun and educational community events called Road Respect Rallies, or shorter visits called Road Respect Stops. Many of the Road Respect events will feature mini car shows to attract drivers and encourage interactions between them and bicyclists.

Members of the public are invited to join in the festivities across the state. Check the calendar and map below to see when the Tour will stop near you. We will continue to update the roll-over map with specific times and locations as June approaches.

2012 Road Respect Tour Dates