Bicycling is an inherently risky sport, whether dodging vehicles and obstacles on roadways or threading off-road environments where rises, dips and turns hold potential perils. The most serious injuries resulting from bicycle accidents involve head trauma that, in severe cases, can be life threatening. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission noted tha… read more
To wear a bike helmet or not? The answer is a no-brainer--and if you don't wear one and have a bike accident, the phrase "no-brainer" could take on a whole new meaning. read more
One of the most important reasons to wear a bicycle helmet is to prevent brain injury in the result of a severe crash or accident. There are other viable reasons for wearing a helmet that promotes overall safety and awareness. read more
No piece of protective gear is more important when riding a bicycle. This protective gear has saved countless lives of fallen riders. But many people who wear helmets don't take the time to make sure their helmet is properly adjusted for their head, greatly increasing their risk of serious injury. read more
Despite the fact that they aren't going to win you any fashion awards, plenty of good reasons exist to wear a bike helmet. read more
Cycling is one of the most popular ways to stay in shape and is enjoyed by exercise enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels. But to ensure that you ride safely, it's important to observe the same rules that motorists are required… read more
Folding bicycles offer a blend of self-propelled transportation with the convenience and ease of storing or transporting a compact sized bike. You can take your folding bicycle on the bus or subway. You can carry the bike into your off… read more
Bicycle helmets are now a common sight, to such an extent that it is often more unusual to see someone not wearing a helmet than it is to see a helmeted rider. This applies not just to racing cyclists or mountain bikers, but to casual… read more
Learning how to ride a bicycle without training wheels is a right of passage for our young people. It is a great bonding event between parent and child. Yet, many of our children do not wear helmets when bicycling. Some states have hel… read more
Although advances have been made in bicycling safety, accidents still happen. Fortunately, driver awareness is steadily increasing and safety gear is constantly being improved, making cyclists more visible to drivers and providing pr… read more
Bicycle brake pads are a part of any bicycle that will wear out and break down over time. It is important to maintain your pads by keeping them clean and checking the wear status weekly or before every ride. Changing them is something… read more
For those looking to enter the world of road bike riding, investing in a relatively inexpensive but well-made model is an excellent way to gain interest in the sport without dropping a bundle. So what is inexpensive? A quality inexpens… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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