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.

How Will Driverless Cars Affect Cyclists?

Posted on November 9, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

As more companies start announcing or developing driverless cars, there is a lot of talk about how this will affect our laws and safety. You’ve probably heard a lot about this new technology, but one question you might not have heard is how the changes will affect cyclists. The answer is somewhat unclear. As usual, new technology has the possibility both to make things better and to create new problems. Nobody can be sure exactly how things will go, but here’s a look at some of the possible improvements and issues. How New Technology Might be an Issue for Cyclists Innovation will not stop people from wanting to relax, exercise and save money by riding their bikes around town, yet plans for the autonomous future often seem to leave riders out. For example, some people are envisioning a world where stop signs and traffic lights are unnecessary, since cars would…
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5 Safety Secrets for Cycling on Rural Roads

Posted on November 2, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

There are unique safety secrets for cycling in any particular environment. For example, if you frequently go riding in cities, you learn how to follow traffic laws and share the road with motorists and pedestrians. Cycling on rural roads has its own safety challenges. Here’s how to stay safe in these areas. 5 Safety Secrets for Cycling on Rural Roads Don’t rely on drivers seeing you: A large portion of drivers on rural roads are just passing through. After hours on the road, many motorists are drowsy and oblivious. Don’t count on drivers noticing you. Instead, avoid riding in the center of your lane, and rely on your own vigilance to prevent an accident. Check behind you: Make a habit of looking over your shoulder before every intersection or fork. It’s common for drivers to pass cyclists and then turn into them as they change directions to turn. You can…
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Why Do You Keep Getting Back Pain from Cycling?

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Many cyclists, especially those who are over 40, experience regular back pain from cycling. Sometimes this problem can even grow so common that you start avoiding rides altogether. The truth is that back pain often has simple causes. Here’s a look at some common reasons why you might be hurting. Common Causes of Back Pain from Cycling: Your core needs work: Most cyclists have strong legs from regular rides, but many don’t have the core strength to match. Over time, the force of regular riding can put strain on your torso. This can cause you to ride in a way that causes back pain, especially at the end of your workouts, when you are most tired. If cycling is your only form of exercise, you are probably not building the core strength you need. Consider adding some basic core exercises to your workout routine. You don’t stretch or warm up:…
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