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If you ride your bike to work or school every day, you undoubtedly have come upon at least one stop sign where coming to a complete sign makes very little sense. After all, you can see oncoming traffic and know when it is safe to proceed. You also regularly see cars...
Using your bicycle as your primary mode of transportation in California is quickly becoming more popular. There are several good reasons for this, such as decreasing your environmental impact while improving your health. Yet doing so requires you to take to the...
Bicycles seem to dominate our city roadways and suburban bike trails. Yet cyclists often face specific challenges. Learning about your rights and risks as a cyclist in California can keep you safe and informed about cycling laws and unique dangerous situations....
Bicycling in Southern California is a wonderful way to ride to work and bypass the infamous traffic conditions. Bikes must follow many of the same road rules as motorized vehicles, which may make determining who is at fault for a collision a challenge. According to...
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...
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...
A bicycle qualifies as a vehicle in regards to all traffic codes and rights-of-way. That means that all cyclists must come to a complete stop at a stop sign before proceeding through intersections. California legislators aim to adjust this with a bill that recently...
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