Cycling is huge in California, and the state often sets guidelines in terms of cyclist safety that other states eventually follow. Until recently, California required all motorists to maintain a distance of at least 3’ whenever they have to pass bicyclists. However,...
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Innovative cycling tech that can keep you safe
Concerns about climate change and living a healthy life have encouraged many individuals to adopt cycling as one source of their transportation. In fact, US consumers purchased approximately 20 million bikes in 2022. However, cyclists are not always safe on the roads,...
Understanding the right of way for bicyclists on California roads
Navigating California roads can be challenging, especially with the increasing number of bicyclists sharing the streets. To ensure safety and prevent accidents, both drivers and bicyclists must understand the right-of-way rules. California law considers bicycles as...
How do e-bikes and regular bikes compare in terms of safety?
Cycling has long been popular in California, and the invention of e-bikes has made it even more so. Unlike traditional bicycles, e-bikes have motors inside them that make them go further than a traditional bike would while requiring less effort from the rider....
3 high-risk roads in LA County
No matter where you bike in Los Angeles County, potential hazards always lurk. The fact that bicycle fatalities increased by 33% compared to 2020, according to data compiled by Streets Are For Everyone, makes staying on high alert even more important. That especially...
Where do many bike accidents happen?
As a cyclist, you bear an equal share of the burden of remaining safe. As such, knowing the most common places cyclists and vehicles collide may help you get into the healthy routine of remaining even more diligent in these locations. While a collision can happen...
Bicycle laws in California
Did you know that roadway accidents claim nearly 1,000 cyclists per year, and more than 130,000 receive injuries in these incidents? In fact, cyclist deaths comprise nearly 2% of all deaths from car accidents. Because motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of...
An overview of traumatic brain injuries from bicycle accidents
Bicycling is a popular and healthy mode of transportation that many Angelenos enjoy. Unfortunately, bicycling can also lead to serious injuries, especially when it comes to accidents where a bicyclist sustains brain damage. Among the most severe injuries that cyclists...
What are dooring incidents?
Bicyclists already have more than enough to worry about without adding parked cars to the list. But unfortunately, dooring makes these immobile vehicles a danger, too. What exactly is dooring? Why is it so harmful to bicyclists? How does dooring happen? Bicycling...
Los Angeles County saw 26 cyclist fatalities in 2022
While California’s favorable climate makes riding a bike to get around appealing, the state of many of the roads in Los Angeles County makes this particular area especially dangerous to bike in. A new bike safety report for 2023 details how many bike deaths took place...