by Russ Hymas | Feb 18, 2015 | Cycling Tips, Road Safety For Bikes
After spending a chilly winter off the open road, both you and your bike probably need some TLC before being road ready. Here are the steps that we recommend to getting back in the saddle without any issues (besides huffing and puffing through your first ride)....
by Russ Hymas | Sep 4, 2014 | Bicycle Accidents, Road Safety For Bikes
In November 2013, The New York Times contributor Daniel Duane wrote the editorial, “Is It O.K. to Kill Cyclists?” which discussed the disharmonious relationship between bike riders and motorists. Duane, who does not believe it is O.K. to kill cyclists,...
by Russ Hymas | Aug 12, 2014 | Cycling Tips, Road Safety For Bikes
As our blog discusses in nearly every post, there are many risks associated with cycling. For most people, the health benefits and enjoyment they receive from cycling far outweigh the possible dangers—and by taking the right safety precautions, cyclists greatly reduce...
by Russ Hymas | Jul 21, 2014 | Bicycle Injuries, Road Safety For Bikes
The National Highways Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducted a national survey in 2012 to obtain data measuring the attitudes, knowledge, and behavior related to outdoor walking and bicycling. Among other things, the study specifically addressed safety issues...
by Russ Hymas | Jul 16, 2014 | Bicycle Accidents, Bicycle Injuries, Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Accidents
There are two types of accidents (between vehicles) where the guilty driver of one vehicle leaves after causing damage to another person or vehicle. The first scenario involves an accident caused by someone who makes physical contact with the victim’s vehicle,...
by Russ Hymas | Jun 4, 2014 | Cycling Tips, Road Safety For Bikes, Salt Lake City bicycle accident attorney
Many people are deterred from cycling on busy roads because of heavy traffic and fear of being hit or involved in an accident. Transportation officials believe that we would see many more cyclists commuting and riding for enjoyment if roads were less congested and...