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• Moped gangs risk lives by filming themselves knocking over cyclists on busy roads
  
  Videos that show members of a moped gang targeting cyclists in London emerged after the thugs posted clips to social media. One cyclist crashed in to a wall when he was pushed.
  Daily Mail.  Sat, 14 Sep 2019 01:36:16 +0100.
• Most Cyclists Who Suffer Head Injuries Aren't Wearing Helmets
  
  Seventy-eight percent of adult cyclists and 88 percent of young riders who suffered head and neck injuries were not wearing helmets when they were injured, according to a new study published in ...
  Kevin Loria.  Consumer Reports.  Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:49:50 -0400.
• Over one-fifth of injured US adult cyclists were not wearing a helmet
  
  Men and ethnic minorities are less likely to wear cycle helmets and more likely to suffer from head and neck injuries in accidents, according to new research.
  Science Daily.  Fri, 13 Sep 2019 08:07:38 EDT.
• Tokyo pushes bill obliging cyclists to have liability insurance amid rise in accidents
  
  The Tokyo Metropolitan Government submitted an amendment that would oblige cyclists to purchase liability insurance following a series of bicycle accidents in which pedestrians were ...
  Japan Times.  Wed, 04 Sep 2019 17:53:48 +0900.
• Some Bike Lanes Protect Cyclists Better Than Others
  
  Protected bike lanes aren't perfect and vary in levels of safety they provide, according to a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
  By Tanya Mohn, Contributor.  Forbes.  Sun, 18 Aug 2019 15:06:00 +0000.
• Restrict Twice-As-Deadly SUVs In U.K. Cities, Urge Transport Data Scientists
  
  Use of SUVs in cities should be discouraged say safety advocates as new stats crunch show larger-engined cars are twice as deadly to U.K. pedestrians and cyclists as smaller-engined cars.
  By Carlton Reid, Contributor.  Forbes.  Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:37:00 +0000.
• In NYC, Cycling Deaths Increase But Gears Turn Slowly On Safety Measures
  
  A recent surge in cyclist deaths in NYC has called into question whether cities are taking the necessary steps to keep cyclists safe. Cities are adapting but cyclists say not quickly enough.
  Aubri Juhasz.  NPR.  Wed, 14 Aug 2019 17:30:00 -0400.
• Hajj pilgrims cycle from Nairobi to Mecca
  
  Four Kenyan cyclists travel 3,500km from Kenya to Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
  BBC News.  Sat, 10 Aug 2019 23:22:03 GMT.
• Howard Smith Wharves bike path to be covered like a 'suburban street'
  
  Cyclists are worried the compressed granite pathway running through the site under the Story Bridge will simply break down again over time.
  Tony Moore.  Sydney Morning Herald.  Sat, 10 Aug 2019 21:32:30 +1000.
• Portland Bridge Pedal To Draw Crowds, Close Bridges Sunday
  
  The bike tour will let cyclists ride on seven bridges across the Willamette River, including the upper decks of the Fremont and Marquam bridges, areas not usually available for bikes.
  Oregon Public Broadcasting.  Fri, 09 Aug 2019 18:44:00 +0000.

• Hydration Packs (Information)
  
  Cyclists need to make sure they stay hydrated, and hydration packs offer convenient hands-free delivery of fluids while cycling. Learn more and find bicycle hydration pack suppliers.
  https://www.bicycleaccessories.us/hydration.htm
  
• Bicycle Mirrors (Information)
  
  Bicycle mirrors are helpful for watching other cyclists or vehicles approaching from the rear. Learn more and find links to bicycle mirror vendors.
  https://www.bicycleaccessories.us/mirrors.htm
  
• Bicycle Shop (Information)
  
  Cycling is a popular means of recreation, and it can be a healthy way to travel. Bicycle shops cater to the needs of weekend enthusiasts and serious cyclists alike.
  https://www.bicycleshop.us/
  

Two Cyclists Riding Bicycles on a Norwegian Shoreline

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