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Over 300 cases of doorings in Chicago were reported in 2015, up nearly 50 percent from 2014. The Illinois Department of Transportation reports that there were 302 cases of doorings reported in 2015, 203 in 2014 and 270 in 2013. While alarming, the number reflects only those cases that are reported to police. The true …

Five Killed in Kalamazoo Crash It was just last year that we mourned the loss of five cyclists, killed in a tragic car-bike crash in Kalamazoo, Michigan. On June 7th, a driver struck nine cyclists, riding as part of a “Chain Gang” group ride. In addition to the fatalities, four others were seriously injured. Charles …

Bicycle safety lights are an important addition to any bike, especially if you plan on biking at night. Without lights, it’s nearly impossible to be seen at night, even with reflectors. If you cannot be seen, you can easily be struck by a motorist or even another cyclist. Bike lights are generally inexpensive, and can be …

Just in case you needed another reason to start cycling to work, a study published in the British Medical Journal shows that individuals who regularly bike to work cut their risk of developing heart disease and cancer nearly in half! This study, one of the largest of its kind, considered 250,000 UK commuters over a five-year period …

As an avid biker, I know what it’s like to experience a bike crash. Serious bicycle crashes and collisions can result in broken bones, concussions, and head injuries. But even minor bike accidents can leave you with scrapes and abrasions that need treatment. Medical treatment is expensive, and you can easily wind up with thousands of dollars in …

Warm, sunny weather has meant that many bicyclists are renewing their training activities. Message boards are abuzz with cyclists sharing their latest and greatest accomplishments. Across the country, individuals are prepping their bikes and their bodies, and this often means high intensity training. There is, however, too much of a good thing, and if you …