Car crashes typically occur with little warning. All it takes is a momentary lapse in judgment or a failure to check before turning for something to go majorly wrong on the road. Cyclists and pedestrians are at particularly high risk in traffic, although anyone on the...
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is well aware of the safety risks facing cyclists and pedestrians. After all, the organization receives reports about deadly and injurious collisions between bicyclists and motorists on a daily basis. Particularly...
As a cyclist, you have a far greater risk of severe injury on the road than people in motor vehicles. Unfortunately, you are largely dependent on the insurance carried by drivers unless you pay for a policy that protects you when you ride. Sometimes, the drivers who...
When the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States in March 2020, life changed across the country. People couldn’t go to the gym anymore and many people were working from home. Because participating outdoor activities reduced the risk of becoming sick, many Americans...
Communities across Los Angeles have witnessed major changes as we approach the one-year anniversary of the pandemic. While many changes, both large and small, have been negative, there have been some silver linings. One potential upside has been the adoption of “slow...
Far too many motorists tend to view their trips in five-second increments rather than focusing on their journey as a whole. As such, many drivers are quick to frustration as soon as they find themselves behind a bicyclist. This can cause them to pass bikers as quickly...
Bicycle crashes are serious, which is why emergency medical technicians are usually called to the scene. Crashes can lead to traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, road rash and many other significant wounds. Emergency medical technicians see these crashes all the...
It might seem obvious, but the data is there to back it up. When Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti ordered a shutdown of most businesses in response to the pandemic, the amount of car traffic on the streets dropped off almost immediately. Unsurprisingly, the number of...
It can feel surreal to get into a crash with a vehicle when you’re on a bike. In fact, the impact can even send you into a state of shock. If you’re lucky, the driver will show compassion and assist you, especially if you’re injured. Unfortunately, this is also the...
The popularity explosion cycling has seen in recent years means more types of bicycles are widely available. From cruisers to road bikes, there’s a type of bike for every occasion. The options may seem daunting. How do you know which type is best suited for your...
