Skates, Blades, & Boards
Skating across the University of Oregon campus can
be a great way to get around. Riding safely and
being courteous to pedestrians are important for the
well-being of all. While the university
encourages the use of these convenient sources of
transportation, we understand that they are also
intended for recreational purposes. With this in
mind, we want to remind riders to respect the heavy
pedestrian traffic on campus. Please remember,
stunting and acrobatic maneuvers are prohibited on
university property. There are several facilities
in the surrounding communities designed for
recreational riding. In Eugene, skate bowls are
located at or near Amazon Park, Churchill High School,
and Lane County Fair Grounds (availability depends upon
scheduled events).
To help you have a safe and enjoyable ride, we offer
the following recommendations for your equipment, and
rules to abide by:
Equipment
Safety begins with your equipment. Some basic
precautions and attention to details can help prevent
injuries both to yourself and the people around you.
Wheels - Be sure your skates or skateboard are
in good repair. The wheels should be in good repair,
with the bearings free of grit and able to turn freely.
Helmet - Always wear a helmet - it could save
your life. Make sure your helmet is free from
cracks.
Pads - Like your helmet, knee pads, elbow pads,
and wrist guards can be lifesavers -- wear them.
Clothing - It is very important to remain
visible while skating across campus. Always wear bright
and/or reflective clothing for maximum visibility.
Skating Rules
All skate and skateboard users must obey campus stop,
yield, and dismount signs. On the University of Oregon
campus, the use of skates and skateboards is permitted
on paved roads designed for vehicular or bicycle
traffic, provided you obey all traffic safety rules.
This means that you must keep to the paved streets and
marked bicycle paths/routes. No skating is allowed on
walkways, sidewalks, loading docks, driveways, or
access ramps unless specifically posted for this use.
Only the cautious use of skates and skateboards is
permitted on University of Oregon property. No stunts
or skating in buildings or structures are allowed.
Always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
These rules appear in the Oregon Administrative Rules,
Chapter 571, Division 50, 571-50-020.
Violations
| Infraction |
Fine |
| Failure to yield to a
pedestrian |
$25.00 |
| Failure to dismount and walk |
$10.00 |
| Skating in a building or
structure |
$25.00 |
| Acrobatic or stunt skating |
$30.00 |
If you are a student or a faculty/staff member at the
UO, you are subject to institutional disciplinary
proceedings as well as the fine. If you are not cited,
then you may be required to take off the skates or
dismount from the skateboard and immediately
leave the premises and/or property controlled by the
University of Oregon. Any authorized agent of the
University can ask you to leave. Authorized
agents include building managers, deans, department
heads, and directors. |
