With hundreds of miles of roads that traverse neighborhoods and rural area, Polk County is a mecca for bicycle enthusiasts. Children ride on streets near their homes while more experienced riders can be seen pedaling great distances.

Most area residents are familiar with the site of a procession of riders -- usually in bright-colored jerseys and riding lightweight bicycles -- enjoying our roadways. There is sometimes the momentary inconvenience of a motor vehicle driver stuck behind the bicyclists until reaching a safe place to pass.