
Hollywood actors and movies have been glamorizing motorcycle riding for years. Many film buffs still recall Marlon Brando in “The Wild One,” Steve McQueen in “The Great Escape” and Peter Fonda in “Easy Rider.” Although such films have become a staple in the film industry, the actual real world experience of riding a “bike” is [...]
Continue reading Preventing Motorcycle Accidents and InjuriesFriday, February 6, 2009
As reported earlier this year in The Sacramento Bee, even experienced cyclists can fall victim to road accidents. One local resident broke his leg after trying to ride his bike over light-rail tracks. http://www.sacbee.com/ourregion/story/1543509.html As he sought to recover from his injury, the cyclist tried to learn why he lost full control of his bike. [...]
Continue reading The Informed Cyclist: Road Hazards, Safety Gear and Proper Traffic Etiquette
Wednesday, February 11, 2009