by Russ Hymas | May 1, 2013 | Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Bicycle Accidents, Bicycle Insurance, Biking Events, Helmet Safety, Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Accidents, Utah Bicycle Laws
This past weekend, I was afforded the wonderful opportunity to attend the 5th annual Utah Bike Summit. This year’s summit provided a wonderful venue for cycling enthusiasts to gather around, share, and grow the hobby they love. Bicycle and Trail Advocates, bike...
by Russ Hymas | Apr 29, 2013 | Bicycle Insurance, Biking Events, Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Laws
Competitive cycling can be an intimidating sport to jump into. For you fledgling bikers out there, here are a few easy steps to prepare for your first race. Step 1-Get a map of the course Knowing the course will help you identify what kind of skills and physical...
by Russ Hymas | Apr 2, 2013 | Road Safety For Bikes
Congratulations on your desire for a healthy, happy habit of riding your bicycle to work! Here are some tips from The UDOT UTah Bicycle Commuter Guide for making sure your bike is both properly outfitted for the road ahead (no pun intended). Your first priority is to...
by Russ Hymas | Apr 1, 2013 | Biking Events, Helmet Safety, Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Laws
You have decided to ride your bike to work! This is a fantastic decision, one that will serve you well! Low costs of fuel, high returns form the exercise, there are no downsides! As you are getting started, you should know a few basic things about how to outfit your...
by Russ Hymas | Mar 26, 2013 | Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Laws
Did you know that HALF of all daily trips in this country are five miles or less? With this short a distance, bicycling would be a fun, easy, and practical way to travel to school, work, or do errands. Especially in Salt Lake City, combined with the local transit,...
by Russ Hymas | Mar 21, 2013 | Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Bicycle Accidents, Road Safety For Bikes
Many people ask us whether it is illegal to ride your bike on a state highway. Generally, it is acceptable. However, there are few exceptions to the rules. Be aware of the restricted routes before you ride. The Utah Department of Transportation’s Bicycle...
