by Russ Hymas | Jun 22, 2016 | Cycling Tips, Road Safety For Bikes
The National Weather Service has issued excessive heat warnings in Southern Utah. St. George has seen temperatures up to 111 degrees (just 1 degree off of a 1936 record)! The Wasatch Front, though a little cooler than Southern Utah, is still reaching...
by Ken Christensen | May 18, 2016 | Road Safety For Bikes
Riding on the road is a war-zone: a war-zone onslaught by little communication, little understanding, and little tolerance of others. Selfishly, we commute, entitled to our destination. As a result, the equilibrium of road etiquette is muddled. Motorists abuse...
by Russ Hymas | May 5, 2016 | Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Bicycle Accidents, Road Safety For Bikes
Warmer weather means more cyclists on the road, and more people piling in their cars for road trips. Unfortunately, the two sometimes meet in unfortunate ways. Car-on-bike accidents can have serious consequences. Utah’s Bicycle Lawyers are dedicated to helping...
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 Russ Hymas | Feb 15, 2016 | Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Bicycle Injuries, Road Safety For Bikes
Too many great rides have been ruined because a bike hit a pothole or some other obstacle on the road. Bikes are some of the most common prey of potholes and debris, in part because of their construction. Thin tires and streamlined frames can quickly spell disaster....
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...
