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[*] posted on 5-3-2006 at 12:46 AM
Bicyclists Have To Wait In Line To Cross Border


http://www.10news.com/news/8833295/detail.html

April 19, 2006

SAN DIEGO -- Beginning next month, expedited border-crossing privileges will no longer be available to bicyclists at the San Ysidro Port of Entry, officials announced Wednesday.

As of May 1, those pedaling their way into the United States from Baja California will have to wait in line with people crossing the international boundary on foot, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The change stems from complaints that bicycles -- many rented from nearby vendors, sometimes without seats, chains or even pedals -- were unfairly getting people through the station more quickly than other travelers.

"Clearly, this privilege has been exploited to the point of abuse and has placed our managers in a difficult position," said James Hynes, director of the border port's passenger facilities.

The new policy "is the most equitable way to address the issue and will allow CBP officers to focus on their (primary) mission," he said.
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[*] posted on 5-3-2006 at 07:37 AM


At first I was thinking the article was stating that bicyclists were going to be required to wait in line with all the cars. That would suck.
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