There's a strange social stigma attached to wearing helmets, as though there is something undesirable about wanting to protect your brain. From a young age, those who enjoy biking experience peer pressure to ditch their helmet when riding. This can lead to a refusal to wear a helmet as an adult. Doing so, however, puts you at an unnecessary amount of risk for a severe or even fatal injury in the event of a crash with a motor vehicle.
Bike messengers in New York face significant risk on the roads
Working as a bike messenger or delivery professional can be an exhilarating and empowering career. Many times, these savvy cyclists move through traffic more quickly than motor vehicles, thanks to the use of fixed-gear bikes and an intimate knowledge of the fastest and safest routes from one area to another.
Get ready for bicycling during the colder months
The colder weather is coming to New York City and this means that people who plan on continuing to bicycle through the upcoming months need to be ready. If you've bicycled in past years in the city, you know that it isn't always easy, but preparation goes a long way to helping you to remain safe.
