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Are E-Bikes Illegal?

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Bicycles have not changed too much in the past century, remaining relatively the same since the early 1900s with the exception of a few technical advances. E-bikes are evidence that our beloved pastime still has the capacity to evolve and adapt. The e-bike is a great for any rider, offering enhanced speed and power. These electric bikes can make climbing a hill or riding into the wind so much easier, and therefore more enjoyable for the countless cyclists out there just looking for a relaxing ride. However, not everyone is such a fan of the technological wonder that is the E-bike. Many, mostly pedestrians, are becoming increasingly aggravated with riders of e-bikes. This is mainly due to the increased speed and power. Many argue that riders are not as capable of controlling their bikes and are causing a number of pedestrian accidents and ‘clipping’ people on sidewalks. Are E-bikes Illegal?…
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How to Make Biking to Work Even Better

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Biking to work is great for the environment, your health, and saving money. That makes it pretty awesome already, but who doesn’t want something awesome to be more awesome? Here are a few surefire ways to make your bike commute even better. Dress Appropriately – Riding a bike to work is really fun, but I’ll admit it’s a little less so when it’s pouring rain, or when I’m shaking from the cold. When the weather changes, you’ll want to change your clothing to match.  Get yourself a super-slick rain poncho and a comfy, formfitting hoodie, and the weather will never stop you again. Storage Space – It can be a hassle to carry a bunch of things in a hefty bag to and from work. Instead of dragging an extra pair of clothes and a load of other junk with you every day, try storing what you can at work….
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How to Mentally Recover After Being Injured in a Bicycle Accident

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Anyone who has been through a bicycle accident will often tell you that physically recovering from the injuries is sometimes easier than mentally recovering. After a traumatic even, such as a serious bicycle accident, there are a lot of emotional scars left behind. Here are some tips from riders who have been through it all to help you recover your form, both physically and mentally. Three Tips to Promote Mental Recovery After a Bicycle Accident Understanding – After a serious injury, you can’t be as active as you were before, at least not for a while. This is extremely hard for those of us who were once very active, and rode every day. Actually, it’s extremely hard for anyone. Even people who don’t ride nearly as often or workout daily often don’t understand just how active they were until they can’t be. This kind of sedentary lifestyle can seriously bum…
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