Unexpected storms can be a nightmare on the road, causing frequent fender-benders and slowing traffic. The chaos caused by rain is an inconvenience for everyone on the road, but can be potentially life threatening for motorcyclists. While you can’t always predict the weather, sudden rainfall may catch you off guard. Riding in the rain is an important skill to have to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.
One of the great parts about living in Southern California is the ability to take advantage of the warm weather we have year round. For many, that means riding their bicycle for exercise and for pleasure. However, when you do ride your bike, safety needs to be at the top of your list. Unfortunately, bicycle accidents are very common and can be deadly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 726 bicyclists were killed and 49,000 were seriously injured in 2012 in the US.
While you can’t control what drivers will do, it’s important to do everything you can to keep yourself safe while you are riding your bike. Following these tips will help you avoid getting into an accident.
Bicycle riding is a popular sport in Southern California for a variety of reasons. It is great exercise and the mild year-round temperatures make it an ideal environment for outdoor activities.
Although bicycle riding is a common mode of transportation, it can also pose its dangers. More than 100 people are killed in a bicycle accident each year in the state of California. [Read more…]
The desire for more efficient, environmentally-friendly transportation, combined with the siren call of the open road means that we are seeing more motorcycles and bicycles on the road than ever. On average, there are more than 40 million bicyclists on the road in the United States, and even more motorcycles, making up 3 percent of all registered vehicles in the United States according to the National Traffic Safety Administration. [Read more…]
As spring spreads across the nation, bikers are popping up as regularly as the lilacs, magnolias and daffodils. Biking among adults has undergone somewhat of a renaissance in America, according to various transportation studies. And why not? Biking is great exercise, easy on the environment and perfect for sightseeing. But any time you mix bikes with motor vehicles, accidents can happen. Before you saddle up for your next ride, you should know the latest on bike safety.
