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One wheeled riders are legally classified as pedestrians

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Because a single wheel lacks the standard multi-point contact of a proper vehicle, traffic codes in many jurisdictions treat unicycle enthusiasts exactly the same as someone walking on foot. They technically have the right of way on crowded sidewalks.

One wheeled riders are legally classified as pedestrians
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