Hellish road construction took on a new meaning when a tragic and unusual accident occurred at a local construction site. A local construction worker from Woodbrdge was crushed by an asphalt roller and died as a result of the injuries. The accident ensued after the operator of the roller lost control and ran his coworker…
Continue readingBetween gas prices being too high, cities funding bicycle lanes, and finding time to exercise; commuting via bicycle is looking better everyday. Unfortunately for the fashionistas out there something which looks good doesn’t always “look”. Many would-be cyclist are shying away from the idea because of hat-hair concerns or helmets clashing with outfits. Now they…
Continue readingThe United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) was created in 1972 with the purpose of protecting those in the USA “against unreasonable risks of injuries associated with consumer products.” So it is sad to see Perfect Fitness try to hide a defective product for years from the CPSC, which could have created a more…
Continue readingBridgeway International has voluntarily recalled its product “NEXT”-branded men’s 26-inch hybrid bicycles, a hybrid bicycle. The recall is voluntary and will effect about 91,000 bicycles. If you own one of these bikes or think you do please STOP USE IMMEDIATELY to confirm and then contact the company for a free repair. The defect is in…
Continue readingMotor-cross is a muddy hobby with some really cool safety gear. Air-brushed helmets and matching styled boots and suit look great and keep you safe, but the less glamorous side is making sure your bike is running at peak performance. Besides going to the mechanic making sure to stay up to date on equipment news…
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