What are the typical hand signals used to communicate among riders in a group ?
Some verbal signals have equivalent hand signals, these include: • Pointing right or left: upcoming right or left turn • Left arm raised at a right angle: upcoming right turn • Palm open behind rider’s back: indicates front riders are slowing or stopping • Pointing to the ground on either side of rider: indicates pothole, gravel, or some other hazard following riders should be aware of • Hand waves in back of rider; fingers in a “V” shape like victory sign: upcoming railroad tracks • Waving behind rider’s back toward the left: alerts following riders to merge toward the left. Could indicate a pedestrian, pothole, or loss of shoulder.
