As a cyclist, a lot of the risks that you face from motorists just stem from negligence. People make mistakes. A teen driver looks down at their phone and drifts onto the shoulder, where you're riding your bike. A parent with a child in the car gets distracted by that...
When cyclists want to get from one place to another, one of the places they could be expected to ride is in a bike lane. While many people would agree that bike lanes are helpful, not all bike lanes are made equally. In fact, there are several kinds of bike lanes that...
Too often, cyclists are told to simply ride on the edge of the traffic lane or on the shoulder. This puts them very close to traffic, and, while they do have a right to share the road, it can be potentially hazardous. These are not really bike lanes that are designed...
More and more Americans are taking to cycling – for fun, exercise, to work or simply out of mindfulness for their carbon footprint. However, cycling, like any other form of transportation, comes with its share of risks. Unlike cars, bicycles do not come with safety...
Cyclists who ride on or near public roads are often acutely aware of their risks. Even when a cyclist is incredibly careful, negligent drivers create constant dangers on the road. The average driver doesn't think enough about their obligation to share the road with...
