Cycling around Nashville can be fun and healthy, but to stay safe and prevent bicycle accidents, it helps to know which neighborhoods are best set up for bikes. Nashville as a whole is improving in this regard, but some areas already offer better access, lanes, and trails. Here’s a look at how the city is
There are numerous differences between a bicycle and a car or truck. So it might make sense for some cyclists to question, “Do bicycles have to stop at stop signs and obey other traffic laws?” Both motorists and bicyclists must be clear on the answer so they can know what to expect from the other
The State of Washington has over a dozen “bike-friendly” cities, including Seattle and Bellingham, and was recently ranked the most “bike-friendly” state in the country. These accolades recognize the steps local authorities have taken to make bicycling more accessible and safer for residents, including passing and enforcing bike safety laws. Obeying Washington’s helmet laws is
According to the League of American Bicyclists, Ohio ranks sixteenth among states that are bike-friendly. Of the 19 cities in Ohio that seek individual recognition for their bike-friendliness, Lima stands out. It currently holds a Bronze Award for its efforts, and only Dayton and Dublin rank higher. However, city and county officials recognize that Lima
St. Petersburg has earned a silver award from the League of American Bicyclists for several years in a row. This award is given to communities, businesses, and universities for bicycle friendliness and measures factors like safety, infrastructure, and education. Importantly, St. Petersburg has a master transportation plan with steps to expand and improve bicycle infrastructure
Riding your bike in Tampa can be a joyous experience, but a bike crash can quickly turn your entire world upside down. Knowing what to do after an accident makes a massive difference for your recovery and safety, and it can also be beneficial if you need to take legal action later on. Bicycle accidents
More than 7,500 bicycle accidents were reported in New York State in a recent year, including crashes that caused 50 fatalities. While it is impossible to know where each of these wrecks occurred, communities large and small can experience these potentially severe accidents. Riding safely involves knowing what the towns and parts of town are
Bicycling in and around Santa Ana can be dangerous, and bicyclists must always be prepared. Avoiding a collision with another cyclist, a car, or a truck is preferable; however, others’ negligence can lead to crashes no matter how careful you are. In 2022, over 30 bicyclists were killed or hurt in crashes across Orange County.
Cyclists face an increased risk of accidents when they share roads with vehicle traffic. In Peoria, Illinois, there are a few dedicated bike trails; however, many of these are meant for recreational use, and commuters still have to ride alongside car drivers, which contributes to the high number of bicycle accidents in the area. Where
Colorado is ranked as the sixth most bicycle-friendly state by the League of American Bicyclists. Denver has earned the League’s silver award for the past 22 years. Neighboring areas like Golden and Boulder have also earned high marks, creating a bike-friendly region on the Front Range. However, bicycle accidents still happen in Denver, despite this
