Bicycles offer an emissions-free transportation solution. As more commuters embrace environmental protections, the number of bicycles on the roadways increases. When you decide to use a bicycle for some of your routine activities, it is important to prioritize safety....
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Tips for riding your bicycle safely after dark
Bicycles have gained popularity in recent years as more people seek to reduce their carbon footprint and protect the environment. Unfortunately, many are unfamiliar with some of the risks associated with bicycle travel, especially when riding at night. Reduce your...
3 possible injuries bicycle commuters face
Those who commute to their jobs by bicycle may do so because they enjoy physical exercise or because the cost of owning a vehicle may impact their ability to rent an apartment or pay other cost-of-living expenses. Bicycle commuters may enjoy the advantages this type...
4 safety-enhancing bicycle accessories
As a Southern California biker, you know how liberating it is to hit the road on your bike. Sometimes, you can feel your worry melt away with each rotation of your bicycle tires. While inherently peaceful and enjoyable, biking also has a dangerous side. Here are four...
How are head injuries treated?
Riding a bicycle is great for your health and wellness. However, cyclists also face quite a few risks on the road, including a risk of head injuries. While bicycle helmets are a must when riding, a serious accident may still result in a moderate to severe head injury....
When are cars allowed in a bike lane?
Bike lanes exist to accommodate bicyclists who have just as much right to use the road as motorists and to be safe when doing so. While bike lanes serve to separate different types of traffic, it does not entirely change the fact that bicycles and motor vehicles must...
Biking during California’s rainy season
Los Angeles provides cyclists with good enough weather to ride year-round. However, October through April is the rainy season. Whether you make your living as a courier or enjoy biking as a recreational activity, rain does not need to stop you. According to People...
What usually causes bicycle accidents?
Riding a bicycle is a great way to remain physically active. It is also better for the environment, as riding a bike every day greatly reduces your carbon footprint. Despite these benefits, riding a bicycle also carries an accident risk depending on the situation. And...
3 cycling habits that are not as safe as you might think
When riding your bicycle on busy city streets, it is important to be safe. Unfortunately, some cyclists believe they are practicing safe cycling habits when they are actually putting themselves at risk. 1. Riding on the sidewalk Cycling on the sidewalk may seem safer,...
How to avoid getting doored when riding a bike
Getting doored can happen all of a sudden, wrecking your bike and injuring you. You cannot always see it coming, but with some planning ahead you can try to avoid the dreaded car door. While the California Bike Commission is asking the Legislature to allocate $2...