[Aktungbby]

Originally Posted by Aktungbby

Well bottom line, is there a "leash law" or not? On the other hand a bicycle IS a vehical...and failure of a vehical to yield to a pedestrian is also a violation as one poor fellow found out when he rode into me in full kit while in a crosswalk, on the job, in San Francisco: so the game can go both ways.

I googled "Pedestrian vs bicycles on share paths" and the results are remarkably similar for many states and municipalities. Big rule 1: Bicycles are vehicles! Know the path rules

You might be surprised to learn that use of shared paths and footpaths is covered in the Victorian road rules. Some of the key rules appear below:
What is a shared path?
A shared path is designed to be used by both pedestrians and bike riders. Signage indicates that the path is a shared path.
Up to what age can children legally ride on the footpath?
Children under 12 years are allowed to ride on the footpath. Adults who accompany children can also legally ride on the footpath.
Who has right of way on shared paths and footpaths?
If you are riding a bike on a shared path or footpath you are required to give way to all pedestrians.
Do I need to keep to the left when riding on a shared path or footpath?
Yes, it is a legal requirement that you ride on the left unless it is impracticable to do so.