Category Archives: General News

General cycling blog news about bicycling in San Diego, bicycle accident prevention tips and information about local bicycling events.

Recovery Tips: What Not to Do After a Ride

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

What happens after you get off the bike is just as important as anything you do before or during the ride. After a ride, you may be tempted to just lounge around, eat a sticky bun, or watch some TV. However, we suggest making these changes to so you get the most out of your ride. Recovery Tips for After a Ride Don’t Marinate – You, like so many of us, may like to move a little slower after a ride. You might like to make yourself a smoothie, check Instagram for recent posts, or return missed phone calls, but there’s something you should always do first: SHOWER! Don’t ever let yourself marinate in your riding clothes as it can cause health problems and seriously cause a stink. You’re risking infections, saddle sores, and illness if you don’t take off the sweaty clothes and shower first thing. Don’t Neglect Your…
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The Best Breeds for Riding a Bike with a Dog

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Not everyone shares our passion for cycling. As much as you and I might love it, another person may loathe riding a bike. The same can be said about dogs. You may think that all dogs love running, and are well-equipped to handle long treks out of the house, but you’d be wrong. When they’re properly trained, riding a bike with a dog can be one of the most enjoyable experiences ever. They make the most enthusiastic and entertaining riding partners when they are having fun, so it’s totally understandable that you want to find a dog to go cycling with, but you have to find the right dog for your riding style. Beach Going Dogs If you like to take a long ride down the beach so you can take a dip mid-ride, then you’d be better off looking for water-lovers like yourself. Labradors and weimaraners are natural swimmers…
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5 Things I Desperately Wish I Knew When I First Started Riding a Bike to Work

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Hindsight is 20/20, right? When looking back on your life, many would say it’s best to not have any regrets. I won’t say that I regret anything, but I definitely wish I had known then what I know now about riding a bike to work. 5 Things I Wish the Old Me Knew About Riding a Bike to Work Learn a Little Bike Maintenance – Watch a few YouTube videos so that you know how to keep your bike running like a champ, or even make small repairs as needed. Overtime, it could end up saving you hundreds or more dollars, and help you to get yourself out of a bind on your own. Be Serious About Bike Locking – People steal bikes. Every day. All day long. It’s not an exaggeration. The best practice is to use two different kinds of bike locks, and make sure that your lock…
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