Mountain biker's Code

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13 recommendations for happy biking :

Keep to the signposted trails for your own safety and follow them in the correct direction
Do not overestimate you abilities and keep control of your speed
Be careful and courteous when overtaking or passing hikers as pedestrians have right of way
Make sure that your mountain bike is in good condition and that you have food and spares
Of you are going on you own, make sure that family or friends know your itinerary
Wear a helmet for your own safety
Respect private property and areas where crops are being grown
Be careful of agricultural and forestry machinery
Close gates behind you
Do not pick flowers, fruit or mushrooms without permission
Do not disturb wild animals
Take your rubbish with you, be discreet and respect the environment
Make sure you have adequate insurance

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