by Russ Hymas | Jun 23, 2014 | Cycling Tips
Why Bike Shoes? If you find that you ride more than about 10 miles a day, you may consider investing in cycling shoes. While wearing regular cross trainers while biking is fine, you may find that wearing cycling shoes can first and foremost make your ride a more...
by Russ Hymas | Jun 17, 2014 | Bicycle Accidents, Bicycle Injuries
On average, between 1 and 2 people die every day in the United States from bicycle accidents. This number accounts for about two percent of the number of people killed in traffic accidents in general. Obviously, the number of injuries caused in bicycle accidents is...
by Russ Hymas | Jun 12, 2014 | Cycling Tips
Cycling is a great form of exercise, and many cyclists rely on long-distance riding to keep them in shape. Like with any type of workout, it is important to stay hydrated while cycling. Most cyclists rely on a combination of water and sports drinks to keep them...
by Russ Hymas | Jun 9, 2014 | Cycling Tips
Introducing cycling into your routine Unless you are already an avid cyclist, the idea of relying on a bicycle as your primary method of transportation may seem scary. The truth is, however, that there are many benefits that come from incorporating cycling into your...
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...
by Russ Hymas | May 30, 2014 | Road Safety For Bikes
Motorcycle Vigilance Utah motorcycle lawyers admonish all riders to always be aware of their surroundings. Staying alert is especially important in the evening and after the sun goes dow, because a rider’s vision becomes more impaired in the dark. Although...
by Russ Hymas | May 26, 2014 | Children Bicycle Accidents, Road Safety For Bikes
For many children, cycling is a primary form of recreation and exercise. According to the Christensen & Hymas publication, “The Utah Bicycle Accident Handbook,” more than 70% of children ages 5 to 14 ride bicycles on a regular basis—accounting for more...
by Russ Hymas | May 20, 2014 | Cycling Tips
As was first reported last month by Techcrunch, Google Maps has created a way for cyclists to calculate elevation into their bike routes with their new “elevation profiles.” This new feature allows you to plan ahead for the elevation changes that you will...
by Russ Hymas | May 15, 2014 | Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Cycling Tips, Helmet Safety
Have you crashed on your bike? Do you have the same helmet you’ve used for decades? Does your helmet meet today’s safety standards? How often should you replace your helmet? While bike helmet manufacturers offer their opinions, the Bicycle Helmet Safety...
by Russ Hymas | May 12, 2014 | Cycling Tips, Uncategorized, Utah Bicycle Accident Lawyer
When it comes to bicycle tube valves, Schrader and Presta valves are the two main options on the market today for road bikes. For beginner cyclists, understanding the difference between the two can be confusing. What is a Schrader bike valve? Named for August...
