Category Archives: Bike Safety

San Diego bicycle safety best practices and California bike law information for help understanding the rules of the road for bikes.

4 Key Tips for Biking in the Rain

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Dudek Law Firm

Biking in the rain can be fun, but it’s never ideal. It involves planning for your trip with more care. Rainy weather doesn’t need to keep you off the trail, however. By utilizing these tips, you can keep both yourself and your bicycle safe and well-cared for, rain or shine. Tips for Biking in the Rain Wear wet gear – Investing in at least a rain jacket and rain pants is a must. You will be miserable without them. For one, by wearing brightly colored gear, you’ll increase your visibility to the cars driving passed you. Plus, it’ll help by both insulating from the wind and keeping you dry. On that note, waterproof socks are never a bad idea. Allow for more time – Slippery roads mean that you will have to ride cautiously and slowly. This means that you’ll probably only travel about 75 percent as far as you…
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How Important Is It to Pack Right for Your Bike Ride?

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Dudek Law Firm

Have you ever been riding along only to discover that you didn’t pack a water bottle or you forgot a snack? Most of the time, these little lapses are simply minor inconveniences, but sometimes they can be a far more serious. On Christmas Eve, a young boy found out just how important it is to pack right for your bike ride. Why Packing for Your Ride Is So Important San Diego PD was at a loss when it responded to a call from Lincoln Park. When officers arrived, they found a 16-year-old boy suffering from a serious head injury. The boy was riding up South 47th Street when a black Chevy Trailblazer struck him while he was crossing Imperial Avenue. The boy wasn’t wearing a helmet, so when he fell, his head had no protection from the nearby curb. Police rushed the boy to Scripps Mercy Hospital where he remained…
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4 Tips for Building a Daily Riding Habit

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

We all know the benefits of a daily riding habit. You get in great shape, train for the big rides, reduce stress and build a fun daily ritual. Starting the habit is easier said than done, however. Most habits die in the first few weeks. It’s easy to give up the first time you feel tired or unmotivated. Here are some thoughts on how to make the habit stick. 4 Tips for Building a Daily Riding Habit Start small: The most common killer of New Year’s resolutions is high expectations. Many people push themselves way beyond their limits. After a few weeks, they get burnt out and quit. You don’t have to start training for a marathon right away. Just start by going for a quick ride every day. Then you can build from there. Not all rides are training: This goes along with the first point. One of the…
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