Few things are more important to your continued safety while on a bike than a good helmet. Head trauma is one of the most likely injuries of a bicycling accident and the results are often devastating. Wearing a helmet at all times has been proven to keep you safer while on the road. read more
Helmets prevent head and brain injuries. Having a certified, well-fitted helmet can be the difference between living and serious injury in a bicycling accident. There are some key things to understand about bicycle helmets to continue a safe tradition of cycling. read more
North Carolina House Bill 63 of 2001 helped make a bicycle helmet a mandatory piece of equipment for children who ride their bicycle in public. The law took into account dramatic statistics that showed how helmets help to alleviate head injuries when a child has a bicycle accident. read more
Minnesota does not have a requirement for using bicycle helmets. The issue is controversial and it has many supporters and detractors. There is no federal requirement, as states are responsible for transportation issues. read more
Portland, Oregon, is a bicycling mecca, with a network of bike paths that connect the entire metropolis. Safety programs are offered by many groups, and safety is a key part of the city's ongoing efforts for bicyclists. read more
Every child should wear a high quality and properly fitting helmet each time they ride a bicycle. A properly fit helmet significantly reduces the chance of brain injury in the event of a bicycle accident. Even a small fall from a slow… read more
Bicycle helmets have become standard equipment for cyclists on roads and trails across the country. Many states and municipalities have enacted helmet requirements and many parks and recreation areas require cyclists and mountain biker… read more
Bicycle helmets are up to 88 percent effective at preventing head and brain injuries in the event of a bike crash, according to the National Highway Safety Administration. Helmets are mandated by law in many states and are considered t… 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
John F. Kennedy once said, "Nothing compares with the simple pleasure of a bike ride." There's nothing like the exhilaration of reaching the top of that steep hill (and then flying down the steep grade on the other side). Cycling can b… 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
With an estimated 73 million bicycle riders in the United States and people becoming more health conscious along with wanting to better the environment, the number of people choosing to ride bicycles instead of driving rises daily. The… 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
Bicycle helmets are the one important piece of safety gear that all cyclists and mountain bikers should consider wearing. Since cycling and mountain biking are largely warm-weather sports, the helmet can look like an unattractive alter… read more
Riding a bicycle provides exercise and freedom. The child can become self-sufficient as she rides to ball practice, school or friends' houses. Some safety precautions are necessary. read more
A fishing vacation is an ideal way to enjoy the great outdoors with your family and South Dakota has a lot to offer. Tourist attractions like the Black Hills are full of fishing hot spots and the eastern lakes region on the opposite si… 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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