Category: Safety
Posted on March 2, 2023 in Blog,Laws,Safety
The State of California has long sought ways to reduce ever-increasing pedestrian and bicycle deaths, but until this year there hasn’t been a uniform effort dedicated to electric bikes, which spiked in popularity during the pandemic and continue to be an attractive option for commuters and cycling enthusiasts. Report after report shows that more people…
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Posted on December 19, 2022 in Blog,Laws,Safety
Pedaling off to work, school or for a joyride can feel so freeing. You’re able to avoid standstill traffic, costly parking fees and earn some feel-good endorphins along the way. Still, there are some rules of the road that you should follow. California bike safety laws have been enacted to help prevent crashes and encourage…
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Posted on April 27, 2022 in Bicycle Accidents,Blog,Safety
There are lots of dangers cyclists face while on the road, but experienced bicycle accident attorneys will tell you that one of the most frequent dangers comes from parked cars. Clavicle fractures are all too common in bike accidents, especially when distracted drivers, or Uber passengers, open their door into an oncoming bicyclist. Such an…
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Posted on April 16, 2022 in Blog,Safety
Whether it’s a leisurely Sunday ride to the neighborhood park or a hectic commute to work during the week, the one accessory every cyclist needs is a good helmet. Choosing one that’s right for you might seem slightly overwhelming because there are so many options to consider. In the end, you’ll be glad you did….
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Posted on April 11, 2022 in Blog,Safety
E-bikes — pedal-assisted electric bikes — are becoming increasingly popular in urban settings for their ability to help cyclists go farther and faster. That also means that emergency rooms and doctors are seeing more injuries due to the safety risks the electric bikes pose. “We know that e-bikes can go faster than traditional pedal cycles,”…
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Posted on December 2, 2021 in Blog,Laws,Safety
When you head out for a jog it is common to throw on a pair of ear buds or headphones and hook them up to a mobile device to listen to music, phone calls, or other things. Some companies, such as Apple, even have devices and cases designed to use when participating in sports. Nike…
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Posted on November 23, 2021 in Blog,Safety
Given the choice, most cyclists would prefer to ride on a sunny day. But rainy days are a reality and in climates like the Bay Area, rainy days come often in the rainy season from November through February. Rather than miss out on months of riding your bike just because of rainy weather, you can…
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