Bicycle Rodeo Trailer Program

🚲 Utah Bicycle Rodeo Trailer Program: Safe Riding Skills for Kids


The Utah Highway Safety Office (HSO), in partnership with Utah Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC), provides fully equipped Bicycle Rodeo trailers to the public free of charge. These trailers include all the necessary equipment for you to host a successful community safety event that offers kids a safe space to learn about bike safety.

adult helping children size their bicycle helmets

🛡️ What is a Bicycle Rodeo?

A Bicycle Rodeo is a hands-on clinic designed to teach children the importance of safe bicycling and essential riding skills.

  • 🎯Target Age: Children ages 4–13
  • 💪Skills Course: A road course designed to teach children how to handle real-life situations, such as traffic lights, stop signs, pedestrians, and road intersections.
  • 🗓️Program Flow:
    • Short lecture on bicycle safety.
    • Safety check for the rider and the bicycle.
    • Skills course simulation.

Why Formal Training Is Essential For Safety

Some adults think formal training isn't necessary, but today's roadways are more crowded and may be intimidating for new bicyclists. A bicycle is a vehicle, and children must learn the rules of the road to ride safely and confidently.

📋 Planning for a Successful Rodeo Event

  • Setup/Takedown: Allow about one hour to set up the course.

  • Volunteers: Plan to have 8–10 volunteers to help staff the skills stations.

  • Participant Form: You must use the [Informed Consent for Minors] form (copies are provided inside the trailer). All participants are required to sign this form.

  • Safety: It is highly recommended that you have a first aid kit available at your event. (We do not provide a kit)

  • Trailer Condition: We ask that you return the trailer and all equipment in the same (or better) condition in which you received them (bikes secured, cones neatly stacked, signs secured, trash disposed). Note any repair needs on the Event Evaluation Form.

Reserve a FREE Trailer: How To Get Started

Action Next Step
1. Complete Forms
Fill out and sign the [Trailer Reservation Form](https://www.google.com/search?q=Link to Trailer Reservation Form) and the [Bicycle Rodeo Trailer Contract](https://www.google.com/search?q=Link to Bicycle Rodeo Trailer Contract).
2. Submit via Email
Email both completed forms to [email protected].
3. Finalize
Once received and approved, your reservation will be confirmed via a return email.
⚠️Note on Timing⚠️
Please indicate your planned pick-up and return dates on the form. All pick-ups/returns must occur during office hours (M–F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) unless prior arrangements are made.

⚠️ Need just cones and signs?⛔

If you already have bikes, you can borrow only cones and signs. Call the HSO at 801-965-4400 to make arrangements.

Towing & Insurance Requirements

The trailer is an 18-foot enclosed cargo trailer weighing approximately 4,500 lbs and is equipped with electric trailer brakes. Previous trailer towing experience is highly recommended.

Vehicle Requirements

Your towing vehicle must meet all the following requirements:

  • Vehicle Type: 1/2 ton full wheelbase vehicle OR Mid-size/larger SUV with sufficient factory-rated towing ability.

  • Hitch: Class III or IV trailer hitch with a 2-inch receiver slot.

  • Ball: The trailer comes with a 2” adjustable receiver with a 2 5/16” ball.

  • Wiring: Round Seven-way slotted trailer plug.

  • Recommended: Electronic trailer brake controller and extended mirrors.

Insurance Requirement

In order to borrow the trailer, the borrower must provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance from their insurance company.

Required Coverage: At least $1 million in personal and property general liability.

Insurance Coverage Document
bike rodeo trailer exterior

🔗 Key Program Documents

Document Name Purpose
Trailer Reservation Form
Required to book the trailer.
Bicycle Rodeo Trailer Contract
Required user agreement for use.
Informed Consent for Minors
Required for all participants in the rodeo.
Bike Rodeo Packet
Instructions and course layout for your event.
Insurance Information (2015)
Details on the required liability coverage.
Trailer Towing, Check Out & Return Information (2016)
Detailed logistics for handling the trailer.
Inspection Use and Maintenance (2015)
Detailed equipment maintenance information.

📞 Contact Us for More Information

For reservations or questions about conducting a bicycle rodeo:

Katherine Hemphill
Phone: 801-386-2911    [email protected]

🗺️ Pick-Up and Return Logistics


The Highway Safety Office is located at the Calvin Rampton Public Safety Complex. Address: 4499 South 2700 West, Building 3, Second Floor, Taylorsville, UT, 84129

Pick-Up Instructions

  1. Check-In: You must come inside the Highway Safety Office (Second Floor) before hooking up the trailer.

  2. Supplies: Return your signed User Agreement form and pick up the two cans of spray chalk provided to mark your course.

  3. Trailer Location: Enter the north parking lot. The pick-up location is between the baseball diamond and the loading docks.

Return Instructions

  1. Parking: Return the trailer to the same spot. Ensure you leave enough space to open the side door.

  2. Check-In: Bring the Event Evaluation Form inside the Highway Safety Office.

  3. Inspection: An HSO staff member will conduct a final inspection with you.