While a fun pastime and efficient means of travel, cycling is a dangerous activity when done around motor vehicles and on the open road. Traffic fatalities in California are rising as the popularity of cycling continues its trend upwards. Confusion over the...
Bicycling is an activity you can enjoy all year round in California, but there are risks involved. For instance, despite wearing a helmet, a car-bicycle crash could cause you to suffer a brain injury. You might get over a concussion in a matter of weeks. However,...
You have probably seen countless examples of drivers who just seem to have animosity toward cyclists. Maybe you’ve had drivers honk their horns at you, or you’ve had them tailgate you when there’s no room to pass. Maybe you simply heard about the recent story where a...
If you ride your bicycle on a regular basis, then you may find yourself riding after the sun sets. Even if you typically ride your bike during the day, you should understand how to do so safely at night. Whether you are in an urban or rural environment, riding a...
Being bright on a bike may not be enough to ensure people see you. To increase your visibility, you need to get your patches of brightness moving. Think back to childhood games where one person needed to catch the others. The best way to avoid getting caught was to...
If you are like many cyclists, you are very passionate about cycling, and you should be. It provides a great workout, reduces congestion on the road and is better for the environment than driving. Unfortunately, this mode of transportation can be dangerous, and...
A bicycle is one of the smallest vehicles on the road, while an 18-wheeler truck is one of the largest. Therefore, if the latter hits you while on your bicycle, the results can be devastating for you. Clearly, it is better to avoid a collision with a large truck in...
The presence of a bike lane may make you feel safer as a cyclist, but the actual statistics paint a more sobering picture. While bike lanes encourage people to ride, they may not protect the cyclist as much as they should depending on what the bike lane actually...
California residents should be able to walk through parking lots, in crosswalks, on jogging paths and more without fearing for their lives. Unfortunately, that level of security does not exist today. In the 10 years from 2009 through 2018, pedestrian deaths increased...
Wearing a bike helmet can dramatically reduce your risk of traumatic brain injury in a crash. Helmets certified by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission meet federal standards for safety. In addition to looking for safety certification, review these tips to...