When you are stuck in traffic while traveling between your LA office and apartment, you expect to see cars all around you on the freeway. One thing you might not expect to see when you look into your rearview mirror is a man on his bicycle. Nonetheless, this is...
Riding a bicycle around a city the size of Los Angeles can be intimidating at first, but that does not mean that you cannot enjoy your favorite mode of transportation in LA. Rather, it means that you should always be extra aware of your surroundings, and some areas...
AB 122, California’s new stop-as-yield bill, currently rests on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk, awaiting his signature that will officially make it a state law. As reported by ABC 7 Eyewitness News, the new law will allow you to treat stop signs as yield signs when riding...
The bicycle culture includes commuters, delivery personnel and recreational riders. Los Angeles and surrounding counties offer perfect bicycling weather. Orange County, for example, offers over 1,000 miles of spectacular trails. The California environment, however, is...
To make the roads safe for bicyclists, both bikers and vehicle drivers must work together. No matter how safe a bicyclist behaves, a biker remains at risk if those who operate motor vehicles fail to follow the rules and best practices of the road. A few tips on either...
Los Angeles has a strong cycling community and it is important for everyone to keep an eye out for each other when traveling around the busy city or winding roads. This extends to more than just watching out for other cyclists, drivers or pedestrians. It also means...
While opinions of bicycle helmets vary from rider to rider, many researchers see them as vital pieces of personal protective gear. In fact, according to a recent study, helmet usage cut the number of rider head injuries by 48% and serious head injuries by 60%. If you...
Your daily commute likely brings you in close proximity to cars. One of the best ways to prevent a bike accident is to be a defensive biker and share the road effectively. Part of sharing the road is making sure that drivers see you. Bicycling magazine says that you...
Cyclists face a more significant risk of crash-related injuries than people riding in motor vehicles. With the prevalence of distracted driving today, you need to be more aware than ever when traveling by bicycle. Not every driver practices safe driving. Take the...
As a bike rider, you do not legally have to carry insurance. Your auto insurance may even protect you in the event of an accident. However, you may also want to consider accident insurance. Gear Junkie explains accident insurance will provide you coverage for medical...
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