There's little question that Los Angeles has tried to lead the way when it comes to bicycle safety and infrastructure. Activists have tried to make it safer for those using self-propelled vehicles, and they have achieved many significant gains, such as the creation of...
E-bikes are not necessarily a new technology, but they have become truly popular over the last decade. These bikes are fit with an electronic motor. Many of them can detect when a rider starts paddling and give them an extra boost. This means that they generally look...
In the bustling state of California, where many choose cycling as their desired means of transportation, the question of whether cyclists can use entire traffic lanes has sparked numerous debates and discussions. Cycling is popular because it enables proactive...
California is paving the way for a bright future of cycling with the groundbreaking omnibus bicycle bill AB 1909, nicknamed the omnibike bill. This exciting legislation, signed into law in late 2022, marks a significant milestone in prioritizing cyclist safety and...
Among the various hazards cyclists face, 'dooring' is often overlooked. Dooring refers to a situation where a parked vehicle's door is suddenly opened into the path of an oncoming cyclist, leading to a potential collision. It can cause serious injury to cyclists, yet...
Cycling safety is a common concern for people in the Los Angeles area, as many people rely on bicycles as one of their primary forms of transportation. Despite rules that require sharing the road, motor vehicles often endanger those on bicycles. In theory, traffic...
Parts of the Los Angeles area are havens for bicyclists. Others decidedly are not. While many Angelenos cycle for fun, exercise and camaraderie, for others, their bike is their primary means of transportation and necessary for them to earn a living. All cyclists in...
The decision to buy insurance is often a forced one. People have to have liability coverage to operate their motorized vehicles in California. Mortgage companies also typically mandate homeowner's insurance. However, there are many times when individuals would benefit...
Cycling collisions are a major safety issue on California roads. There is very little to protect a cyclist from the force of a crash, and such collisions are often the fault of the people in the bigger motor vehicle. There are many people in Los Angeles that rely on...
The Los Angeles Times recently ran a story about the two-wheeled travails of a local cycling advocate and enthusiast who is known on social media as “Entitled Cyclist,” or EC for short. The man works in the entertainment industry as a TV and film producer. For the...
