What should inexperienced riders look for in a road route?

Big shoulders and low traffic.

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  1. No shoulders
  2. Big shoulders and low traffic ✔
  3. Steep hills and fast cars

Why: Routes with big shoulders and low traffic are better for inexperienced riders.

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Low traffic and big shoulders: a smooth ride.
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References

Answer: Big shoulders and low traffic. Routes with big shoulders and low traffic are better for inexperienced riders.

  1. Scouting America: Cycling www.scouting.org/merit-badges/cycling
    With inexperienced Scouts, you’ll want to have big shoulders and low traffic volumes.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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