In a recent column, the publisher of Bicycle Retailer recounts that when he started cycling back in the 1980s, experienced riders told him in a semi-serious way that it was just a matter of time before he “would feel the harsh grind of pavement.” Marc Sani notes that...
You may not choose to drive a car for number of reasons. Bicycling improves your health while being an environmentally friendly method of transportation. But when you bicycle on Los Angeles roads, you can face significant danger. Los Angeles started Vision Zero in...
Car crashes occur from time to time. Whether the wreck was serious or not, it can be comforting to know that your insurance or the other driver’s insurance will likely help pay for any medical bills or car repairs. However, not all drivers have car insurance, even in...
Many bicyclists prefer to ride on quieter roads with few hills, but some have no choice but to maneuver through various obstacles and ride in challenging environments. Many bicyclists live in urban areas, which can bring a number of concerns with respect to bicyclist...
Cities play a key role in protecting bicyclists from serious injury. By designing new streets and intersections – or modifying existing ones – in ways that promote cyclist safety, cities and neighborhoods can help reduce the number of bicycle-car collisions. But what...
Bicycle safety trends are startling. A report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that in 2018, the fatality rate of cyclists surged 6.3 percent to an all-time high of 857 cyclists. The data indicate that deaths are predominately in urban areas...
In 2018, The Washington Post reported that six of the ten safest cities for bicyclists were found in California. Yet, Los Angeles still ranks as one of the most dangerous cities for biking. However, April did bring the first protected two-way bike lane to Los Angeles,...
When Los Angeles rolled out its Vision Zero plan in 2015, officials laid out an admirable goal: to eliminate all traffic deaths in the city by 2025. The campaign’s mission acknowledges people will make mistakes on the road, but are operating under the belief that,...
Los Angeles is not well known as a destination for pedestrians. Even the wide sidewalks of Hollywood do not feel adequate when cars are racing by and trying to sneak past red lights. Walkers have to be on the defensive -- but that may not be enough to protect...
Bike riding has increasingly become a preferred mode of transportation. It is a way to get outside and enjoy a fun workout while saving money on gas. California especially is a hotbed for bicyclists because of the warm weather and optimal riding conditions. However,...
