According to state statistics, nearly 70% of bicycle crashes in Idaho between 2012 and 2021 occurred in just six of its cities: Boise, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Falls, Meridian, Nampa, and Pocatello. Bicycle crashes in Idaho Falls were over 100 in that time frame. Be that as it may, Idaho Falls earns its reputation as a

Whether you’ve been riding for years or only hop on your bike occasionally, getting into an accident is a jarring experience. In the aftermath, dealing with insurance companies and your injuries can also be stressful. One of the big questions cyclists in Florida often have is whether they need to hire an attorney after a

Located on the southern shore of Lake Erie, the city of Sandusky, Ohio, is best known as the home of Cedar Point Amusement Park. However, visitors may also be drawn to Sandusky thanks to its impressive bike trails, including the Ohio to Erie Trail, which runs more than 320 miles between Ohio and Pennsylvania. Sandusky

According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), the state saw 9,237 bicycle crashes and 185 cyclist fatalities in 2024 alone.The rate of bike accidents in Tampa seems to increase each year despite the addition of bike lanes and safety features.  For Tampa residents and visitors, it’s important to understand why

The U.S. has become more bike-friendly in the past few decades. Features like protected bike lanes are increasingly common in major cities, and Chicago is no exception. While the city offers numerous safe cycling routes, some streets remain hazardous for bicycles, leading to a notable number of bicycle accidents in Chicago annually. These accidents highlight

Louisiana is the second-most dangerous state for cyclists, according to statistics gathered by the League of American Bicyclists. The state’s average fatality rate over five years, spanning from 2017 to 2021, was 6.1 bicyclist deaths per one million residents. The city of Lake Charles, in particular, fares even worse. Using the most recent numbers from

You might not have heard of Metairie, LA if you were not from the area. However, most people have heard of Jefferson Parish and the New Orleans metropolitan area where Metairie sits. New Orleans was recognized in 2023 for having the highest bicyclist fatality rate per capita of any major city in the United States.

The Joliet Bicycle Club praises the City of Joliet for having roads with low vehicular traffic and plenty of bike trails, perfect for those who want to travel for work or pleasure by bicycle. However, this alone does not tell the whole story of what it’s like to bike in Joliet, IL.  While there are

Bicycling is encouraged in New Jersey as a form of recreation and commuting. However, bicyclists are at a high risk of injury in an accident. Compared to accident victims riding in motor vehicles, bicyclists have a higher risk of sustaining injuries that require hospitalization. However, studies have shown that transportation infrastructure impacts bicyclist safety. A

Burlington, Ontario, has a reputation as a bicycle-friendly community and touts its cycling culture and silver rating from the Share the Road Cycling Coalition as proof. But is this reputation deserved? Take a closer look at what you can expect from the bicycle infrastructure in Burlington in terms of access, safety, and avoiding bike accidents.