by terrymcafee | Sep 16, 2013 | Bike Facilities, commuting, Reno, Safety
Cycling is a popular activity in Nevada, with people cycling to work, to school, for exercise, or just for pleasure. However, it is an undeniable fact that, along with pedestrians, cyclists are one of the most vulnerable groups of road users. In 2011, figures show...
by terrymcafee | Mar 3, 2013 | advocacy, Bicycle Laws, bikes, commuting, law enforcement, Safety, Uncategorized
Three bills important to Nevada bicyclists are before the legislature in this 2013 legislative session. If you’re a bicyclist, a quick note to your Assembly Member or Senator, voicing your support, will make a difference when they are deciding how to vote. The first...
by terrymcafee | Dec 21, 2012 | bikes, members, Safety, Uncategorized
Happy Holidays! Your friends at the Nevada Bicycle Coalition
by terrymcafee | Sep 26, 2011 | Bicycle Laws, Bike Facilities, bikes, Safety, Uncategorized
Reno Bike Project is calling it the “3 Sweet Feet Ride”. I’ve been calling it the “Bicycle Awareness Ride”. Whatever you call Saturday’s mass of bicyclists, it’s going to be fun and could be a really important event for the future of Reno & Sparks bicycling. We...
by terrymcafee | Jul 29, 2011 | bikes, commuting, Safety
About 50% of all bicycle crashes involve falls, often caused by road surface hazards, like potholes, loose gravel, cattle guards, storm grates, etc. Another 33% involve animals, other bikes or something besides a motor vehicle. Only 17% of bicycle crashes involve...
by terrymcafee | Jul 8, 2011 | Bike Facilities, commuting, law enforcement, Safety, Uncategorized
Bike lanes are great for bicyclists and that’s were I feel the safest. But it can be frustrating when the bike lane is full of debree, construction signs and parked cars. Not to mention being surprised by a Vespa going twice my speed. This is an amusing video...
