Sentences with phrase «for bicyclists»

Florida has been working to make roads safer for bicyclists since the late 1990s.

Nationally, Chicago has been one of the most dangerous big cities for bicyclists in terms of safety.

In fact, As for the city of Los Angeles itself, it did not make the top ten for the most dangerous cities for bicyclists.

This facility dedicates and protects space for bicyclists by improving perceived comfort and safety.

Elmhurst Park District officials apparently have narrowed the choices to two routes for the proposed Salt Creek Greenway Trail for bicyclists and walkers.

The 2015 upgrades added a front console armrest, rear vents for the climate control system, a seven - inch touchscreen interface, and Honda's LaneWatch system, which activates a camera in the right rear - view mirror housing to look for bicyclists and pedestrians when making a right turn.

Many drivers do not exercise proper care and vigilance in watching for bicyclists.

These two groups are powerful policymakers and implementers who have significant impacts on conditions for bicyclists in each state.

Also much thanks goes to Transportation Alternatives who are ceaselessly advocating for bicyclists in the city.

Benefits include a reduced risk of «dooring,» preventing double - parking, reducing risks from motorists entering / existing parking spaces, and more comfortable for bicyclists of all levels and ages.

While organizations like PedalHouston are looking to positively change Houston roads for bicyclists by raising awareness for bike lanes, there are still hundreds of accidents per year in the city limits and beyond.

Negligent drivers are usually the cause of injury for bicyclists in Santa Monica today.

The car, an Audi SQ5, will use a combination of sensors, radar and cameras to make human - like decisions, such as how to proceed at a four - way stop or when to make room for a bicyclist.

Commissioners asked the district to consider developing the path on parkland rather than along local streets, which they feel would be unsafe for bicyclists.

Rath asks for an updated timeline for the remaining project, and asks for a public discussion and prioritization in 2018 for the densely populated section of Goodrich Rd.. He also requested widening the shoulders for bicyclists and pedestrians

During this meeting, Mike Amsden, the Assistant Transportation Planning Direction of the Chicago Department of Transportation vowed to maintain access for bicyclists throughout all four seasons.

Once completed, the new project will improve a deteriorating network of state and local roads, enhance access to public transit, and create more mobility for bicyclists and pedestrians.

It is important for bicyclists who are injured in accidents that occur on public roads or highways to be aware of the fact that legal actions against government agencies are subject to a special set of legal rules, which require victims to go through certain procedural steps before they can actually file a lawsuit.

The League of American Bicyclists, also know as The League, has been advocating for bicyclists since they were called wheelmen back in 1880.

Even living down in Florida — which I think is the most dangerous state for bicyclists, or at least one of them — I felt safe bicycling.

The roads in Texas aren't the safest place for bicyclists.

Any contact between a vehicle and a bike is going to be far worse for the bicyclist than for the driver or car passengers.

Just as it's important for bicyclists to follow the law, they must understand that it's not the only thing they have to do.

For one, it actually creates a separated bike lane on the roadway, which is much more preferred than a bike lane that is simply painted on the side of the road and almost looks like a road shoulder rather than a dedicated path for bicyclists.

They also offer CycleCab, a service specifically for bicyclists caught in unexpectedly poor cycling conditions.

Technically, of course, it's not a shandy, but rather a radler — German for bicyclist.

This obliges the Park District to preserve the path system for bicyclists.

During Bicycle Sundays, the parkway is open exclusively for bicyclists, in - line skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers from Exit 22 at the Westchester County Center to Exit 4 at Scarsdale Road in Yonkers, a round - trip distance of 13 miles.

For bicyclists wearing a properly fitted helmet is the single most effective piece of personal protective equipment to lower the cyclist's risk of injury or fatality in the event of a crash.

The 5 - year trend for bicyclist fatalities rose to 726 fatalities in 2012 — the highest in 5 years.

DOT discouraged transportation investments that negatively affect cyclists and pedestrians and encouraged investments that go beyond the minimum requirements and provide facilities for bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and abilities.

The announcement comes months ahead of schedule, and will allow communities to move forward with critical, job - creating infrastructure projects including road and bridge improvements; transit upgrades; freight, port and rail expansions; and new options for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Standard features include 10 airbags, vehicle stability and traction control systems, a vehicle proximity notification audible alert for bicyclists or pedestrians, and more.

Typically used for bicyclists, hikers and pedestrians.

At the time, Christine called it «couch - surfing for bicyclists,» and that remains an apt description.

Still, this data drives home a salient point: The voices speaking for bicyclist rights and needs, and publicly representing the bicycling community in America are likely only representative of a small segment of the population that bikes.

Bike lanes designate an exclusive space for bicyclists through the use of pavement markings and signage.

There are speed bumps for bicyclists in a bunch of places in Groningen.

This law would make it legal for bicyclists to treat stop signs like yield signs.

A similar reduction for bicyclists 16 years of age through adulthood was not identified.

For bicyclists ≥ 16 years of age, there were only slight changes in the average number of deaths per year and the mortality rate per 100000 person - years, and the time series analysis demonstrated no significant change in deaths after legislation.

Wearing a bicycle helmet is a must for all bicyclists, both young and old.

Depending on your insurer, this coverage might apply for bicyclists too.

The belief is that the designated lanes make for safer travel for both bicyclists and motorists in some areas, reducing collisions and reducing injuries and deaths.

Most notably, Mayor Rahm Emanuel has advocated for more designated bicycle lanes or specified areas for bicyclists to ride separate from motorized vehicles.

With cell phones, GPS, and other mobile technology distractions, it is more dangerous than ever for bicyclists to share the road with drivers.

Massachusetts Bicyclist Protections Massachusetts law provides different compensation for bicyclists and drivers in motor vehicle accidents.