Here is everything you need to know about how to choose the best cycling balaclava for winter cycling. A lot of heat is lost from the head, so if you have a good windproof cycling balaclava, you will be much more comfortable when cycling in cold weather. But how to decide which is the best balaclava for you? Well, to save you tons of research time, we have a chart that … [Read more...]
Do I Need to Replace My Helmet After a Bicycle Crash?
Understanding the answer to the question whether you need to replace your bike helmet after a crash is crucial and comes from the understanding of the design and structure of a bike helmet as well as its role in protecting one’s head. Importance of Bicycle Helmets The use of bicycle helmets cannot be overstated how important it is in protecting your head. Bicycle helmets … [Read more...]
Best Headphones for Safe Cycling
How do you choose the best headphones for safe cycling? I was concerned that I would be less safe cycling with my ears plugged up. So, I did some research, and was happy to find that there are safer options for headphones while cycling. Not all headphones are the same – some plug up your ears and so are potentially dangerous; others are much safer because they enable you to be … [Read more...]
Rising Cyclist Fatality Rates Raise Concerns in the Seattle Area
Seattle is often praised for its bike-friendly infrastructure, but with an uptick in cyclist fatalities, bike advocacy groups look to add more legislation to mitigate these accidents. A report made by Axios reveals a 15% increase in cycling deaths over the past 5 years. The total is 2.8 bicycle-related fatalities per million Seattle residents. This is just above the national … [Read more...]
