RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY — THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT THAT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS
In consideration for being permitted to participate in guided bicycle rides, cycling events, route recommendations, or volunteer activites (collectively, “Activities”) provided or organized by City Cycling Guide LLC, an Idaho limited liability company, I, the undersigned participant (or legal guardian if participant is under 18) agree to the following:
Acknowledgment. I acknowledge that bicycling and the Activities have inherent risks that could result in serious injury or death to myself or others. These risks include, but are not limited to, falling, colliding with vehicles or other cyclists, encountering road hazards such as potholes and cracks, crossing roadway improvements, such as railroad tracks, adverse weather conditions, encountering or being chased by animals, falling trees and branches, bicycle failures and malfunctions, and physical ailments or effects such as dehydration and overexertion.
Medical Declaration. I certify that I am physically fit and capable of safely participating in the Activities. I understand that it is my responsibility to:
Maintain my bicycle in safe working condition.
Wear an approved helmet and appropriate safety gear.
Follow traffic laws and ride safely at all times.
Waiver and Release.
I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES (as defined below) or others and assume full responsibility for my participation; and I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest employee of City Cycling Guide LLC immediately.
I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS City Cycling Guide LLC, its officers, officials, ride directors, ride coordinators, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, and advertisers (collectively “Released Parties”), from ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, OR CAUSES OF ACTION AND ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Indemnification. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all claims, including legal costs, brought by or on behalf of myself or any third party arising from my participation in the Activities.
Photo and Media Release. I grant City Cycling LLC the right to use photos, video, or other media of me participating in the Activities for promotional or commercial purposes.
Minors (if under 18 years of age). As the legal parent/guardian of the minor participant, I agree to all terms above on their behalf, and I consent to their participation.
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT OR COERCION.
