Just ride on the sidewalk. I tell everyone this, all the time. If someone gets mad, you get pulled over, whatever else that happens. Still beats getting hit, trust me.

You just have to be extra super duper cautious on the sidewalk, because statistically you are like two to three times more at risk for other incidents. And it goes without saying, don’t be an ass and cede the right of way to pedestrians. That said, ride away! I’d rather you be safe too.