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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...
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...
Bicyclists face numerous hazards any time they get out on the roads. Most of these dangers come from other vehicles. Many get exacerbated by the types of road conditions that you face while out and about. What are the riskiest spots for cyclists on the road, though?...
If you enjoy riding your bicycle in the evening, you are not alone. As it turns out, this is a popular time for cyclists to hit the pavement. Unfortunately, it is also a common time for bicycle accidents to occur. When it comes to these types of collisions, there can...
Backup cameras have become increasingly popular on motor vehicles in the past few years. In fact, since 2018, all new vehicles sold in the U.S. must have a backup camera and a video display. These safety features assist drivers with reversing their cars, minimize...
The weather in Los Angeles is perfect for bicycling, either to work or for pleasure, and remains so for most of the year. So why is it, then, that only about one percent of L.A. commuters ride bikes compared to roughly 20% in a city such as New York? The answer is...
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