#bike-safety

#bike-safety

Yes - the Garmin Varia radar works with Wahoo bike computers (including the Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT). Once paired, your Wahoo shows a Quick Answer:left-side radar strip(You can put it on the right side if you prefer) and car icons that move as vehicles approach from behind. It gives you earlier awareness than a mirror alone, especially on quiet roads where you can lose focus. Why I Wanted This Answer Before I Bought One For years I relied on my Take-A-Look mirror.

We are saddened and outraged that yet another life has been taken due to traffic violence. 23 people were needlessly killed on the streets of Oakland in 2025, with untold numbers of others whose lives have been irreparably harmed because of serious injuries due to traffic violence. These injuries and deaths from traffic violence are preventable. Webster Street is a wide, multi-lane road that drivers use to speed to the highway.

So it was 2020, prime time of COVID, and I was feeling a little bit unsure what I wanted to do with my life. I was still, at the time, sophomore in college, sent home halfway through university. And one of my friends had been sharing that she was working on a mobile app around biking. I basically contacted her. We decided to work together, and from there really grew from working and contributing as an intern, to founding engineer.

I've seen many, many videos and many tweets, and also heard from many New Yorkers, as well as experienced this myself, said Hizzoner, who himself is a cyclist.

You don't need expensive gear to ride safely and comfortably. These are the budget items I actually use on my long-distance rides - durable, affordable, and truly worth the money. People waste a fortune on cycling gear they don't need. After 150,000+ miles on the bike, I've learned that budget gear can be just as good - as long as you pick the right stuff. Here are the best low-cost items I trust on every ride.

"Especially when it is hot in the summer," Rojas said. "Sometimes we get a flat tire, so sometimes we are far away from the bicycle shop."

The East Bay Bike Party is a monthly mobile party for riders of all ages, experience levels, and bike types, to meet, ride, and play together in the streets on the second Friday of the month with upwards of 400 riders usually meeting near an East Bay BART station at 7:30 pm. Every month is a different costume theme, so dress your best and bring some music too.

Riding a bike as a kid wasn't just fun-it was independence. That feeling is one of the biggest reasons cycling became such an important part of my life. It gave me confidence. It gave me joy. And it taught me how to move through the world on my own terms. But I look around today, and I don't see nearly as many kids on bikes.

The City of New York's Law Department is arguing that it is impossible to enforce parking regulations in pedestrian areas, thereby questioning the value of a protected bike lane.

The new plan has been criticized for moving cyclists into the path of fast-moving cars, increasing danger without adequately addressing existing safety issues.

The city began planning upgraded bike lanes for Polk in 2012, with initial proposals including protected bike lanes in both directions and various safety features.

The Oi Prima combines a sleek and stealthy form with a refined tone. When the hammer strikes the Oi Prima, a ‘beautiful tone’ is emitted, making it likely to be well-received on multi-use trail systems.

Judge Lourdes M. Ventura issued a temporary restraining order to prevent the city from removing or modifying the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, ensuring safety until a ruling is made.

The Magicshine SEEMEE R300 Smart Radar Rear Light, now heavily discounted, boasts a revolutionary radar system and excellent visibility features, making it a top choice for cyclists.

Headfirst's self-adjusting bike helmet features a glowing brake light, enhancing rider safety by signaling the need to slow down, adapting to head shape for a comfortable fit.

Mayor Adams's decision to cancel the previously upgraded protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue highlights how political influence can compromise public safety.

When Imperial College London ran a study testing 30 different bike helmets, the aH-1 scored 44.1% better than the others in linear impact tests.