Cyclist injured during 100-mile ride

Posted today at 9:18 am
from
Tim Kowols

An accident during the Door County Century Ride earlier this month reminded motorists and cyclists to work together to ensure safety on area roads. According to the recently released accident report, a 47-year-old Baileys Harbor man and his passenger were driving their SUV eastbound on Hillside Road near County Highway EB in the Town of Egg Harbor when a bicyclist veered in front of him. The driver attempted to avoid the bicyclist by swerving into the other lane, but was unable to stop in time. The bicyclist, a 73-year-old Baileys Harbor man, was taken to Door County Medical Center for possible injuries. He was also cited for failure to yield the right of way because the SUV had the right of way. Another bicycle accident occurred Saturday near Clark Lake Road and Shore Drive in the Town of Sevastopol, but no further details were released.