Any bicycle rider can become annoyed discussing the subject of car-bicycle collisions. Like motor vehicle operators, bicycle riders have their share of lawbreakers; however, because of the disparity in numbers, bicycle-pedestrian accidents are relatively uncommon....
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Drivers’ attitudes put cyclists in danger
Why do cyclists face such grave dangers on the roads of Southern California? As many of them will probably attest, a big part of the issue is just the way that drivers feel about cyclists.After all, people usually tend toward a group mentality. Drivers are one group....
11-year-old suffers fatal injuries in freak bicycle accident
Bicycle accident injuries can be incredibly serious, even in an accident that does not appear all that significant from the outside. You do not have to get hit by a car that runs a red light, for instance, to suffer substantial injuries or even pass away.A recent...
Teen racing cyclist dies in U-turn accident with car
Tragedy has struck Team California, as a 19-year-old cyclist who raced with the team recently died in an accident during a training run.The young man was planning on participating in an upcoming race, the Redlands Bicycle Classic. He was training for it on the course,...
Most dangerous streets in Los Angeles for bicyclists
Los Angeles frequently ranks among the worst cities for bicyclists to commute. The city is bad enough with cars, as you can tell any time you try to drive through the 405. However, bicyclists have less protection than motorists, and they are more susceptible to...
Two cyclists killed in accidents with cars
Two cyclists in California's Santa Clarita Valley lost their lives in quick succession when they were both hit by cars in recent days.One of the crashes happened on Friday, March 1. A woman was riding her bike when a car hit her. She was 61 years old when she passed...
Stop claiming the roads were made for cars and not bikes
One thing that you hear drivers say when complaining about cyclists is that those cyclists should not be on the road in the first place. Those roads were designed with cars in mind, they claim.Let's just put an end to this right now. Let's stop saying it and stop...
Bike accident head trauma: What age group is most at risk?
The most serious bicycle accidents are those leading to head trauma and injuries. In some cases, these are just exterior injuries, such as lacerations, bruises and even fractures. In other cases, they are interior injuries, which are often brain injuries.Though some...
The tragic reason 1 cyclist quit road biking
You know that cyclists and drivers should share the road. Cyclists have every bit as much of a right to that space as any car. They need a safe space to ride.That doesn't mean they get it, unfortunately. Any cyclist can tell you plenty of stories about angry,...
Bicyclist injury and fatality statistics
Whether you use your bike to commute to work, achieve your fitness goals or make a living, it is an integral part of your life. Due to the frequency with which you bike, it is essential for you to know about bicycle safety statistics. When you are aware of the...


