If you’ve ever spent time cycling in Europe, you may have felt shocked by the differences in your interactions on the roads. Many riders report feeling like European drivers are kind and courteous when they ride around bikes, whereas American drivers tend to act frustrated and hostile. This attitude could explain why car vs. bike … Continued
You wear a bike helmet every single time you get on your bike in New Haven. You know that it helps keep you safe. It protects your skull and brain in the event of a crash. Your parents told you to wear it when you were a child, and you carried that advice with you … Continued
Tate Meintjes was living out his own personal dream. At just 19 years old, he was already a professional cyclist, participating in races all over the United States. Tragically, the teen phenom recently passed away in an accident with a car. He was in California, where he was planning to tackle the Redlands Bicycle Classic. … Continued
You try to be a safe cyclist. You wear a helmet. You ride in the bike lanes. You understand that there are risks, but you keep a close eye on the traffic moving around you and you try to reduce those risks as much as you can. But what about traffic that isn’t moving? After … Continued
When a doctor misses a disease or makes the wrong diagnosis, it can have devastating consequences. Patients may spend months or even years not getting the treatment they need or getting treatment for a disease they do not even have. In some situations, diseases progress during this time so that they can’t be cured at … Continued
When winter falls and most people hang their bicycles up in the garage, you just throw on another layer and keep going. You love winter cycling. It’s beautiful, it’s peaceful and it’s a unique way to enjoy the outdoors. You know that you’re much happier when you can still get outside, rather than feeling shut … Continued
When you purchase your own property or house, one of the rights you receive as a landowner is the right to quiet enjoyment of your property. In the state of Connecticut, lawmakers take that term more literally than in other states. In fact, Connecticut has statewide laws, as well as local, municipal ordinances, that protect … Continued
You cycle to work and back every day, choosing this mode of transportation for many reasons. You like helping to reduce pollution, it helps keep you in shape and you save a lot of money not having to use your own car. It’s a personal choice, and it’s one you feel passionately about. Unfortunately, other … Continued
For many people, Halloween is one of the most exciting and enjoyable holidays. It doesn’t carry the same pressures and stresses that Christmas might, but it still creates a fun atmosphere for children and adults alike. Also unlike Christmas, you can get fully in the spirit and celebrate without spending a lot of money. For … Continued
If you’re cruising into autumn on your two-wheeler, you want to make sure that you are always proactive about your safety. There are many year-round hazards that exist for bicycling enthusiasts, but autumn poses its own particular safety challenges. Read on to learn how you can cycle safer this fall here in New Haven. Beware … Continued
