If you’ve been cycling for long, you’ve probably wondered whether it’s better to ride with the flow of traffic – alongside motor vehicles – or against it. While California state lawmakers have largely answered this question in legislation – yes, cyclists must ride in the same direction as traffic – there are also expert and […]
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May
May
Emergency departments across the country are reporting more cyclists in their care amid a surge in electric bicycle (e-bike) popularity, according to new research. In a study published earlier this year in JAMA Surgery, researchers from the University of California San Francisco say that hospitals saw e-bike riders with head trauma increase 49 fold from […]
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May
May
On most days, commuting to work is just another part of the morning routine. But on Thursday, May 19, it’s a fun way to connect with the cycling community and make the most out of all that the Bay Area offers to cyclists. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran on the streets or cycling to work […]
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A City in New Jersey Hasn’t Had a Bicycle Death in 7 Years. Can the Model be Replicated Elsewhere?
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Apr
Apr
Each year, approximately 1,200 Americans die in bicycle accidents. But none of them have happened in Hoboken, New Jersey, since 2017. The small city, just 10 minutes away from Manhattan, boasts an impressive feat having eliminated traffic-related deaths in less than a decade. “We have now marked seven years since our last traffic death in […]
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Apr
Apr
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) resulting from a bicycle accident can be life-altering. Finding a treatment that improves quality of life – mentally and physically – when symptoms persist can be challenging and sometimes frustrating. Neurofeedback has become a go-to treatment option for some seeking to minimize TBI side effects. The biofeedback method has been used […]
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Apr
Apr
The Marin County Bicycle Coalition can envision a bright future for mountain biking on Mt. Tam, and now they’re getting their shot at it. In February, the Marin Municipal Water District Watershed Committee received a presentation of the draft Watershed Recreation Management Planning Feasibility Study, which sets in motion a more inclusive trail system on […]
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Apr
Apr
Earlier this year, Oakland city officials broke ground on a $20.9 million project that re-envisions 14th Street. Will it keep Bay Area cyclists safer? That’s what city officials and the Oakland cycling community are hoping for. The project, which is expected to finish in fall 2025, includes separated bike lanes, better pedestrian crossings, sidewalk improvements, […]
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Mar
Mar
Bicycle accidents can leave victims with scars – both mental and physical – that require vital healthcare, but sometimes getting the right treatment can be a challenge. For example, a “mild” traumatic brain injury (TBI) can come with symptoms that last months. Extended anxiety or headaches are frustrating and without proper care can potentially interfere […]
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Mar
Mar
When it comes to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), they can be as unique as the person they are affecting. For some, a mild TBI, sometimes called a concussion, will resolve with a day or so of rest and over-the-counter pain relievers, but other times symptoms — mental and physical — can linger for months or […]
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Feb
Feb
In 2020, the United States experienced nearly a thousand cyclist fatalities, and the rate has been on the incline since, especially in urban places where bicycles and cars collide more often than ever. It’s harder to tell how many cyclists are involved in some kind of crash with a car that doesn’t result in a […]