Bike Safety

If you are going to ride during the hours of darkness, for your safety it is important that you and your bike are well-lit, both front and back. This article tells you how.

The keys to being safe on a bike are almost entirely in your hands. As outlined here, these five layers of bike safety lay out those simple things that make you a more effective, predictable cyclist and that go a long way to ensuring many happy miles on your bike. This information was developed by Dan Guiterrez, Brian deSousa, Mighk Wilson and Khalil Spencer, all cycling instructors certified …

Ever want to go running or for a walk with another person who is riding on a bike? It can be tricky when you’ve got people traveling different speeds. How do you make this work? Find out from others or share your technique

Ever want to go running or for a walk with your kids or another person who is on a bike? It can be tricky when you've got people traveling different speeds. Here's how to travel together when someone's on foot and someone's on a bike.

Having a dog or deer or other animal jump out in front of you as you ride can be scary. Here's what people have done in that situation.

When You Should Replace Your Bike Helmet. Damage to Your Bike Helmet - Is it Still Safe? Bicycle Helmet Damage - Can I Still Use It?

Riverfront Trail - Washout - St. Louis Missouri

Thanks to the exposure BMX is receiving as a new Olympic sport, many people are now wanting to try out BMX for the first time. If you’re one of them, here’s a quick overview of the most important pieces of BMX protective gear to help you avoid injuri

Uncover the five simple maintenance checks you should be doing to ensure your safety before you get on your bike.

The key to bicycling safely in traffic is to be visible, ride predictably and to choose appropriate routes. This article tells you how to be seen by motorists, how to ride so that they can anticipate your moves as well as how to identify ideal places to ride when you take to the streets.

It can be hazardous on a bike if you're right-handed and used to doing lots of things like grabbing for your water bottle with your dominant hand. Read this brief article to find out why.

When you come to a traffic light or stop, do you wait your turn in line with the cars, or do you filter your way to the front? Here's advice from your fellow cyclists.

If you ride at night, you know the importance of being visible to other users on the road. Here are tips for increasing your visibility through lighting and reflective wear when you're riding your bike at night.