Looking for a great new resource on bicycling? Check out the 2026 New Jersey Bicycling Manual, available here.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation developed this second edition in collaboration with NV5 and Toole Design. Supported by a Technical Resource Group and the Safety Subcommittee of the New Jersey Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Council (NJBPAC), the manual promotes safe bicycling in New Jersey and provides cyclists with information to help them ride with more confidence.
By reading the manual, you can learn about:
- Interacting with pedestrians, motorists, and other road users
- Navigating challenging situations on the road
- Riding in bad weather
- State bicycle laws and regulations
- And so much more!
The new guide is also a great resource for people who don’t ride but still want to know about the rules of the road and how to safely interact with cyclists while traveling.
We encourage you to engage with this new edition of the Bicycle Manual as there have been many changes to regulations, roadway design guidelines, and technology since the last edition was published over a decade ago. The guide is especially important if you’re considering bicycling for recreation or commuting, and don’t know where to start. New cyclists can get fundamental information on:
- Picking the right bike for you
- Finding proper gear
- The ins and outs of bicycle maintenance
We also encourage readers to share the guide with your networks to help promote healthy, safe, and comfortable bicycling in New Jersey. You can use the flyers below to help spread the word about the new guide: