SOB Waiver

Santa Fe Seniors on Bikes (SOB) Liability Waiver and Release Contract

I understand any bicycle activity includes inherent dangers such as hazards of roads, off road terrain, accidents, actions of participants, and vehicle caused accidents. (INITIAL)

I understand that Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) certified bicycle helmets are required and I agree to wear a helmet. I agree to follow all applicable New Mexico State traffic laws. (INITIAL)

I consent to emergency medical treatment if I am injured while participating in an SOB event. (INITIAL)

I understand that bicycle routes may be challenging, not necessarily the easiest routes and that weather, road, or traffic conditions may make a ride difficult. For safety, SOB reserves the right to remove any rider deemed to be endangering himself/herself or others, or is riding illegally as defined by New Mexico State traffic law. SOB is not responsible for not removing cyclists from the event. (INITIAL)

I accept risks of injury, death, or property damage. I am responsible for my own safety decisions. I agree that NO SOB MEMBER may be held liable for an accident during an event. I RELEASE from all liability and agree NOT to SUE SOB, the board, ride leader(s) (if any), or other volunteers, for any liability whatsoever arising from any event, ride, or education or training class. (INITIAL)

This Waiver & Release Contract is intended to be binding upon me, my family, and my heirs. Any legal action that may arise from my participation in an SOB event will be brought in the courts of Santa Fe County in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I have read and understand that this document is a legal contract, I agree to its terms, and I sign voluntarily without pressure.

(SIGNATURE DATE)

Addendum for minors. Parent or legal guardian must sign for, accompany, and be responsible for all persons under the age of 18; minors ages 16-17 may be unaccompanied with this signed consent and advance permission of a ride leader. I am of lawful age, I am a parent or legal guardian of the minor and I am authorized to sign this Waiver & Release Contract Addendum. (INITIAL)

I authorize emergency medical treatment for the minor and I accept full responsibility for all medical expenses in case of an accident. I RELEASE from liability, and agree NOT to SUE SOB, the board, ride leader(s) (if any) or other volunteers, for any liability whatsoever arising from any event, ride, or education or training class. I have read and understand that this document is a legal contract, I agree to its terms, and I sign voluntarily without pressure.

(SIGNATURE DATE)