by Ken Christensen | May 2, 2016 | Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Laws
Many cyclists run into situations in which it is unclear where they can ride. In some places, it is illegal to ride on sidewalks, but in other places it is not! Understanding Utah sidewalk cycling laws can clear up this confusion and make for a smoother ride....
by Ken Christensen | Mar 14, 2016 | Utah Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Utah Bicycle Laws
You may have heard that the law requires cyclists to walk their bikes through crosswalks, but this is more of a suggestion than a rule. However, there are actual crosswalk rules which you should always follow. Cyclists need to know these crosswalk rules. Intersections...
by Ken Christensen | Feb 22, 2016 | Cycling Tips, Utah Bicycle Laws
As great as it would be to cycle everywhere, sometimes other forms of transportation are necessary. Transporting bicycles can be a tricky situation, whether it’s with a plane, a train, or the family station wagon. Remembering a few tips about taking your bike...
by Russ Hymas | Jan 25, 2016 | Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Laws
Bicycles qualify as vehicles under state law — a fact that raises many questions. Do cyclists and drivers share the same responsibilities on the road? Do the same rules of the road apply when driving a car? Is it acceptable for me to tailgate and pass cars too...
by Ken Christensen | Jul 14, 2015 | Biking Events, Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Laws
Utah recently jumped to No. 5 on the list of most bicycle friendly states in the nation. According to the 2015 rankings by League of American Bicyclists, Utah moved up from its 8th place ranking in 2014. Utah has shot up the list in recent years, climbing all the way...
by Russ Hymas | Jun 2, 2015 | Cycling Tips, Road Safety For Bikes, Utah Bicycle Laws
Truth be told, cycling can be dangerous. We often share the road with cars and other vehicles that can cause serious injury to us in a collision. When it comes down to it, bicycles just don’t have the protection that a car provides. That being said, there are...