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2014 Technology Advances in Bicycle Safety
With the amount of bicycle riders in the nation's largest 70 cities doubling between 1990 and 2012 and billions of cycle trips being made every year, it is not surprising that technological advances in cycling technology have increased dramatically these last...
The Basics of Mountain Biking Safety
Established mountain bike and hiking trails generally have rules or codes that you must follow if you are going to use them. Whether you are using designated mountain biking trails or not, you should be using your head. The following suggestions are guidelines that...
The Benefits of Cycling in Groups
As is the case with almost any athletic activity, cycling is much safer when done in groups. Unless you are simply going on a short ride around the neighborhood or down the street to the grocery store, you should not be cycling alone. Particularly for mountain bikers...
How to Survive Cycling in the Snow
As the end of September approaches, snow season in Utah is well on its way. Depending on which part of the state you live in, your first flakes may fall only days from now if they have not started to fall already. For those who commute by bicycle, winter may be a...
Bicycle Tires: The Basics
Pneumatic tires were invented in 1888 by John Dunlop, and were an immediate success because they were a more effective and lighter alternative to solid rubber tires. Because Dunlop's tires were hard to repair, Edouard Michelin invented detachable tires that could be...
Preparing for Your First Triathlon
The cycling segment is arguably the most important part of a triathlon race. Sandwiched between swimming and running, cycling is the area where you can make up or lose the most time. The 12.1 mile segment makes up about half of the total time that you will...
Bike Bling: Decorating Your Cycle to Stand Out
Decorating your bike not shows your personality, standing out from the sea of plain metal on the road, but it also makes your bike less likely to be stolen. Why? Because bike thieves typically target plain, popular bikes that are easy to steal, difficult to identify,...
Salt Lake County Continues to Invest in Bicycle Safety
On Friday, August 15, the Salt Lake Tribune published an article entitled, "County Investing $800K in bike safety projects." The article discussed Salt Lake County's efforts to make the valley more bike-friendly and safe for bike commuters, as well as the health and...
Eating While Cycling
Because cycling is an endurance sport that can take a lot out of you physically, it is important to stay energized during your ride. If you are cycling for long periods of time, you will need to periodically eat and drink during your time on the bike. This blog post...
“Is It O.K. to Kill Cyclists?”: A Look From the New York Times
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, wrote about his...
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