It’s not uncommon to experience a mild concussion in a bicycle crash. Even with helmet us, the force of the jarring impact can cause considerable head injury. Despite being referred to as a “mild” concussion, the effects can be quite upsetting and can linger for several weeks. Any concussion is complex and requires that you see …
If you are a cyclist hit by a car or you know a cyclist who was recently struck, you are likely facing some confusion as to how to proceed. Navigating police reports, insurance representatives, and medical professionals is like a full-time job- and you have too much on the line to go it alone. That’s …
It is not uncommon to experience shoulder pain after bike riding, either from the general stresses and strains of cycling or due to an injury incurred in a bike fall. Cycling injuries, including neck pain and shoulder pain are often severe enough to prevent bikers from riding. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to prevent …
Although, most cyclists ride with a high cadence of about 90 rpm, there are many benefits to cycling at a low cadence, as well. In fact, transitioning to a 60 rpm ride has numerous benefits for health and fitness and can improve overall cycling performance. High cadence cycling is typically seen as more efficient, but …
What to do in the event of a bicycle dog attack A bicycle dog attack is an unfortunate inevitability for many cyclists. It’s happened to us all at one time or another: you’re cycling down the road when you hear barking growing louder and see a dog bounding towards you. Although many dogs are more bark than …
Returning to cycling after a crash can be challenging both physically and mentally. Even if you weren’t injured significantly in the crash, the trauma associated with it can make it difficult to get back on your bike. When you are involved in a bike accident, your body releases adrenaline to help you make quick decisions. …