Colorado has become the latest state to introduce a law that allows cyclists to make rolling stops at intersections, thus regarding stop signs as yield signs and to view red traffic lights as stop signs. Gov. Polis signed the bill into law on April 13. Advocates...
Bicycle Safety
What are the leading causes of bicycle accidents in Fort Collins?
Fort Collins is a very bicycle-friendly city. Whether you enjoy leisurely biking along the city’s many bike trails or using your bike to commute to the office, you’ve probably noticed how many cyclists are on the streets every day of the week. Unfortunately, this...
Addressing the most pressing safety concerns for cyclists
It is no secret that cyclists have little protection to shield them from suffering severe harm during a major collision. Even so, many cyclists venture onto our Colorado streets without being fully aware of some of the potential dangers that may await them on their...
Seeking out ways to increase your visibility as an avid cyclist
The feel of the breeze rushing by and the concept of choosing a healthier means of transportation are just two of the many possible benefits of being an avid cyclist. Regardless of what drives you to hit the open road on your bike, you probably consider it essential...
4 ways to cycle safely in the winter
Even if you ride your bike every day for years, cycling during winter can be challenging. You may find the sight of snowfall as a perfect excuse to avoid hopping on your bike. However, cycling in the winter can come with many benefits. Riding in the cold weather helps...
Bicycle dangers to be aware of this fall
As an avid bicyclist, there is no such thing as an off-season when it comes to you and your bike, even in Colorado's harsh winters. No matter how experienced you are biking in all types of weather, it never hurts to brush up on each season's hazards.During the autumn...
Taking precautions can reduce bicycling deaths
Biking accidents in Colorado seem to be occurring more and more frequently, often causing extremely severe injuries and even fatalities. Some choices bikers make may be contributing to their risk of accident and resulting death. While following the rules of the road...
Reasons not to wear headphones while riding a bike
All methods of transportation have risks, but bicyclists face unique dangers. A report by Denver Public Works shows that each year between 2008 and 2012 averaged 265 bicycle crashes. That only counts the number of accidents that were ultimately reported. Bicyclists...
How to stay safe while biking on city streets
More people than ever before are using their bikes to commute to work. An article from USA Today explains the trend, which found the total number of people who bike to work has increased by 60 percent in the last decade. While bicycling to work is great for the...
Is road or trail biking more dangerous?
Some bikers stick to the road. Some bikers stick to the trails. Many, however, bike to work during the week and hit the trails on the weekend.If you find yourself spending time on the streets and in the mountains, you may be wondering which is more dangerous. Are you...