Cycling is dangerous if you're not careful about when and where you ride. It's particularly hazardous in times like the spring, fall or winter, when drivers may not expect you to be on the roads.Most cycling accidents involve a bicycle crashing into a vehicle or...
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Cycling risks: What to know about riding risks and kids
You want your child to have fun riding a bike. It's good exercise, and you know that it's healthy for your child to get out of the house. Biking can be dangerous, though, so it's important to think about that and what you can do to mitigate the risks. In 2013, 98...
What can you do to prevent bike accidents?
When you want to go out for a ride, you need to make sure you're prepared for a bike ride that is safe. By taking steps to prepare yourself, you're in a better position to avoid a crash or injuries.It's true that many crashes are a result of drivers being unsafe...
Injuries among cyclists increases thanks to popularity
The number of bicycle accidents are on the rise, but there are reasons that you should continue to mount up and ride. You may get in better shape, and you'll help reduce the number of emissions heading into the air. You reduce the number of people on the roads,...
Cyclist suffers critical injuries after collision
Cyclists have as much of a right to be on the roads as anyone else. They are on a vehicle, just like you're behind the wheel of a car. Despite this, drivers sometimes treat cyclists like they're in the way or should not be on the roads. That simply isn't true.When...
Bicycle accidents: Statistics to keep in mind
You love riding your bike, because there are many different benefits. You can get to work while exercising. You limit your time stuck in traffic. You can store it inside your home and don't have to worry about paying for gas or car insurance.Yes, there are many...
Stay alert to avoid 3 common car-bicycle crashes
As an avid cyclist, you have probably had a few close calls with motorists. You might be worried that the law of averages will catch up with you at some point, but you can take action to avoid trouble on the road.Practice your avoidance techniques by being alert to...
Light up your ride to stay safe with LED lights
If you want to be safe when you're riding your bike, one of the best things you can do is to add lighting. Making yourself visible reduces your risk of getting injured in a crash and helps drivers avoid you on the road. Whether you plan to ride in a rural area or a...
You can pursue a claim if you’re a victim of dooring
As a cyclist, the last thing you want to deal with is an accident. You ride your bike to enjoy the weather and to get where you want to go. You don't ride it to open yourself up to injury.You have rights, just as someone with a vehicle does. You have the right to be...
Cyclists and drivers have a responsibility toward each other
Bicyclists and motorists share the same rights within Colorado. That means they also have the same responsibilities when it comes to avoiding collisions.When you're riding a bike, it's important to be courteous of others. You need to obey all traffic laws that apply...