MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Troop H Headquarters-3525 North Belt-St. Joseph, MO 64506


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Jacob P. Angle
(816)387-2345, ext. 3847
H61515
June 15, 2015

EMPHASIS: Bike Across Missouri (BAM)


On June 22, 2015, bicyclists from across the region will converge on Rock Port, Missouri, for the start of the Bike Across Missouri (BAM) or Big BAM. There are 1,000 cyclists signed up for this event, which will last from June 22 through June 26. Bicyclists will travel a pre-determined route taking them across the entire width of Northern Missouri. This is a recreational event with stops each evening in a different town which will offer food and entertainment. The event will start in Rock Port, with stops in Maryville, Albany, Unionville, Kirksville, and ending in Canton, Missouri.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol wants to make residents of Northern Missouri aware of the event as there will be bicyclist traveling on the roadways. Motorists should exercise extra caution during the event and be on the watch for bicycles as they go about their daily activities. Bicyclists involved in the event need to obey the rules of the road and make sure they wear clothing that will make them highly visible as they ride. The Missouri State Highway Patrol encourages bicyclists to wear a properly fitted helmet for their safety. If everyone involved exercises extra caution and shares the road, it should be a safe and fun event.
Approximately 63 percent of Missouri fatal crash victims who are required to be restrained are NOT at the time of the traffic crash. The Patrol urges motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Join us in supporting the Drive To Zero Highway Deaths. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!!

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