Gas prices, as you likely well know, have risen dramatically over the last year. Over the summer, they hit record levels. Even though prices always go up and down, it seems unlikely that they’re going to return all the way to the levels that used to be seen. This has...
Protected bicycle lanes are one of the best options for keeping cyclists safe when they’re riding on city streets. Municipalities might wonder if these lanes are truly worth it. From both a practical standpoint and an economic one, all the evidence says that they most...
Bicycling has countless benefits, both for the health of the biker and the environment overall. Bicycles also cost less than cars and require fuel costs that continually rise and fall, making the two-wheeled transports ideal for commuting. SmartAsset did a deep dive...
As warnings from scientists about climate change grow more frequent and more urgent, you may be wondering how you can do your part to reduce carbon emissions and help save our planet. In fact, replacing driving with bicycling can play a significant part in helping...
Riding a bicycle is well known as a healthy alternative to driving a car, both for you and the environment. The active mode of transportation not only gets you where you want to be but helps you get in a workout along the way. So, what muscles are you engaging when...
A high-profile advocacy group for American bicyclists gave California, long a favorite of the organization, some strong suggestions in its latest report. The criticism mostly stemmed from recent setbacks in our state’s efforts to make its roadways safer and better for...
We often hear that it’s the little things that make a difference in saving the environment. Recycle your plastic water bottles, stop using straws and change your lightbulbs to power-saving versions. These are great things to incorporate into your everyday lifestyle,...
Each year, more and more Californians decide to commute to work by bicycle or become active cyclists for exercise or more. Thankfully, according to a 2019 League of American Bicyclists study, California ranks 4th as a bike-friendly state. The areas each state was...
When it’s possible, biking to work is a great way to improve your health and the environment. For shorter distances of travel, a bike can be more efficient and can save you some time and money. Evaluating your travel plan If you’re the only passenger in your car, you...
Few Americans love riding their bikes more than Californians. California ranked as the 4th most bicycle-friendly state in 2019 by The League of American Bicyclists. This enthusiasm does wonders for traffic congestion and personal exercise, but more bikers on the road...
