The League of American Bicyclists (LAB) has recognized St. Louis, Missouri, as a Bicycle-Friendly Community since 2009. Throughout the city, cyclists can find a number of bicycle-only paths and shared-use roadways. However, not all of the city’s 79 communities are equally accessible by bicycle. Knowing which neighborhoods in St. Louis are the most bike-friendly can

Lumberton has a relatively low population, with only about 16,600 residents. Most of these residents drive to work or school. According to the Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC), only 1.27% of Hardin County residents commute by foot or bicycle. SETRPC also notes that Hardin County has no bicycle facilities. However, SETRPC has plans to

As more people are opting to travel by bike rather than car in Georgia, bicycle safety is becoming a more prevalent issue, especially in major cities. Due to its beautiful scenery and location on the outskirts of Atlanta, the city of Kennesaw is a nearly perfect place to ride a bicycle. However, before you choose

Las Vegas is known for its many sights and attractions. One activity that does not receive as much attention is bicycling. The busy and crowded streets of Sin City can pose a challenge for residents and visitors who want to travel by bicycle. People for Bikes gave the city a rating of 19 out of

Encino, California, is located north and west of downtown Los Angeles. Although considered part of the sprawling LA metropolis, Encino can feel a world away from the packed freeways and cityscape often associated with Los Angeles. With parks and green spaces, it can feel like a much more inviting neighborhood to ride your bike in.

Cruising the streets of Augusta on two wheels is a great experience. You can take in the sights and sounds of the rapidly growing city while getting great cardio exercise and reducing your impact on the environment. While these are fantastic reasons to cycle through Augusta, there are a few precautions you should take. If

Torrance has a population of nearly 140,000. For a city of this size, it has a remarkably good bicycle safety record. According to California’s Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS), the city only averages about 30 bicycle accidents annually that cause injury or death. This statistic is even more notable because Torrance has some of Los

Galveston has a reputation for bike-friendliness. A long-term bike plan completed in 2018 added bicycle lanes to many of the area’s major roads. The city also has a multi-use path that runs along the side of the island that faces the Gulf of Mexico. Unfortunately, bike infrastructure does not necessarily guarantee bike safety. Drivers still

When it comes to e-bike safety, accidents from crashes and collisions can occur when you least expect them. Although riding an e-bike may feel no different than riding a regular bicycle, the ability to reach higher speeds can result in much more severe injuries, especially when other vehicles are involved. If you plan to ride

The League of American Bicyclists awarded the City of Columbia, SC, a bronze rating several years ago. In doing so, the League identified several areas the city needed to improve to make it safer for bicyclists.  In the intervening years, Columbia has taken measures to increase accessibility for bicyclists, so much so that riders today