For many California bicycling enthusiasts, nothing beats going for a ride at night. The air feels cooler, and the sense of freedom seems deeper than they do during daytime biking. The bad news is you might have a greater risk of experiencing a bicycle accident when...
Month: February 2022
Are fatal bike crashes in California on the rise?
Cycling has increased in popularity in recent years, with more people out on the roads and more bike lanes popping up all over Los Angeles and around California. You might assume that with more cyclists on the road, the number of crashes involving bicycles would...
The truth about 4 common anti-cycling myths
If you ride a bike in Los Angeles, you know how much better it could be if the authorities did more to promote cycling and discourage motor vehicle use. You have probably heard the arguments on why it is a bad idea or won’t work numerous times. Yet, the anti-cycling...
Distractions are growing, and they put cyclists at risk
Drivers have more to be distracted by than ever before. Where a driver may once have been distracted by a phone call or changing the radio station, they now have text messages, emails, Bluetooth, digital control systems, radios, GPS units and so many other...
5 steps to take after getting into a bike crash
If you get into a crash with a vehicle, you need to know what steps to take next. As a cyclist, you may have significant injuries, so make sure that your health comes first. Stay where you are unless it’s dangerous to do so, and try your best not to move. First...
How likely is a cyclist to get hurt by an uninsured driver?
There are cyclists all across Los Angeles, and they unfortunately share the road with some very irresponsible drivers. All too often, cyclists get hurt in crashes caused by inattentive motor vehicle drivers. Sometimes, those drivers don't just cause a wreck, but they...