Many states and cities have passed the Three Foot Law. The Three Foot Law requires motorists to leave at least three feet of clearance when passing a cyclist. This law is meant to reduce the risk of injuries and crashes when vehicles pass too close to a bicyclist. This law protects cyclists from being struck …
Even if you don’t personally use cycling headphones, you probably have an opinion on the issue. Many say that cycling headphones make bicyclists unaware of the sounds around them and present a safety issue. Others say that using biking headphones does not block their perception of the dangers around them. But is wearing cycling headphones …
It seems that not a week goes by without a story on the news of another bicycle accident, with a cyclist killed while riding. Cyclists are especially vulnerable in a crash, as there is no frame protecting their body. Even with helmets and proper protective equipment, fatalities can and do occur. As cyclists and bicycle crash …
If your bike was an inexpensive purchase at a local mass retailer, you might not be worried about insurance to cover bicycle damage or theft. But if you have invested thousands of dollars in a bicycle that contributes to your livelihood, it is important to have it insured. The best bicycle insurance plans provide full …
National Bike to Work Week is from May 15 to May 19, 2017, with National Bike to Work Day occurring on Friday, May 19, 2017. Cities across the country will be hosting events to celebrate the week while they vie for greatest participation numbers. In 2010, the City of Denver reported an amazing one out of …
I’ve recently become enthralled with spinning training to boost my road cycling skills. My infatuation began over the winter months, when the cold, icy Chicago conditions kept me inside. After resuming road cycling, I found that I wasn’t dragging and having to push myself through the first few weeks of the season. Instead, I was …