by Russ Hymas | Feb 18, 2016 | Bicycle Accidents, Cycling Tips
Is dooring something you worry about often as a cyclist? Running into a suddenly opened car door while riding happens more often than you may think. Although it may seem unlikely, cyclists should worry about this. Especially cyclists who ride on city streets. In many...
by Ken Christensen | Sep 15, 2015 | Bicycle Accidents, Bicycle Injuries
Imagine this. You are enjoying a beautiful ride through the woods. The sun is starting to set, but you are not worried. You have a headlamp and it isn’t cold yet. You can just enjoy the bright pink sky and the fresh air. But suddenly a deer runs by and startles...
by Russ Hymas | Jul 29, 2015 | Bicycle Accidents, Bicycle Injuries, Cycling Tips
Hopefully, you will never have to deal with a collision on your bicycle, but you should be prepared to pick up the pieces if it happens. Luckily, the vast majority of bicycle accidents on the road result only in minor injuries. But even when you escape an accident...
by Russ Hymas | Jun 25, 2015 | Bicycle Accidents, Cycling Tips, Road Safety For Bikes
Cycling outfits have many purposes. They can mark you as a part of a cycling team. Jersey colors for races like the Tour de France can tell which role you are playing in the race. But most importantly, bright colors can make you visible to drivers and save your life....
by Russ Hymas | Jun 8, 2015 | Bicycle Accidents, Bicycle Injuries, Cycling Tips
Do you know basic first aid? If you are a cyclist, you should. Cycling can be a dangerous hobby, and knowing first aid can help in an accident or crash. A study by St. John Ambulance determined that cyclists are 9 times more likely than others on the road to help...
by Russ Hymas | May 25, 2015 | Bicycle Accidents, Bicycle Insurance
Bicycle insurance is still pretty new here in the United States, and as of right now, there are just a few options. First, we should discuss bicycle insurance as a concept. Insurance is designed to offset risk. When you insure something, you pay a small amount to...
