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Monkey Light Pro gives bike riders a novel way to express their unique individuality in a dazzling manner BERKELEY, Calif., May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- MonkeyLectric announced today the launch of a Kickstarter campaign to fund manufacturing efforts of its new product, the Monkey Light Pro, a unique bicycle light that utilizes cutting edge technology to allow users to display images and animation on their spinning bicycle wheel. The Pro series is for people who want to get their...

Legislation can be vital in helping parents adhere to best practices BOSTON, May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Existing research shows that bicyclists who wear helmets have an 88 percent lower risk of brain injury, but researchers at Boston Children's Hospital found that simply having bicycle helmet laws in place showed a 20 percent decrease in deaths and injuries for children younger than 16 who were in bicycle-motor vehicle collisions. The cross-sectional study, conducted...

Custom wind tunnel will allow for unprecedented levels of aerodynamic testing and product development. MORGAN HILL, Calif., May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialized Bicycle Components is introducing their bicycle-specific wind tunnel in its very own backyard of Morgan Hill. Continuing in a tradition of industry leading innovation, the new wind tunnel will provide unparalleled aerodynamic collaboration across the entire Specialized product line. (Photo:...

Atlanta personal injury lawyer Neil Kopitsky of Stokes & Kopitsky, P.A. supports efforts to make Georgia safer for cyclists. (PRWEB) May 13, 2013 Atlanta personal injury lawyer Neil Kopitsky of Stokes & Kopitsky, P.A. applauds recent efforts to make Georgia roads safer for bike riders. “Better riding conditions may encourage people to ride their bikes more often, and the benefits of cycling are undeniable,” said Kopitsky, who has also been a competitive cyclist since 1986.....

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania will join states across the nation in recognizing May 2013 as National Bike Month, as well as May 13 to 17 as Bike to Work Week, and May 17 as Bike to Work Day. "The increasing popularity of bicycle riding illustrates how important cycling is in a multi-modal transportation system," PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch said. "We encourage people to learn how to safely travel or commute by bicycle, which helps promote...

The Michigan bike accident injury lawyers of Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. representing victims of bicycle accidents celebrate bicycle helmet safety week and prevention of head injury. Southfield, MI (PRWEB) May 08, 2013 This week has been designated as Bicycle Helmet Safety Week. Bicycle Helmet Safety Week is an awareness campaign designated to help prevent injuries, particularly head injury and brain injury, and save lives by encouraging individuals to wear their helmet while bike...

Local outdoor apparel company encourages others to bike to work ST. PAUL, Minn., April 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- As businesses race to retrofit their buildings, streamline waste policies, and purchase more and more recycling bins, some companies have already targeted a free and easy way to be more environmentally conscious: bicycling. This Earth Day, the League of American Bicyclists recognized the Patagonia St. Paul store with a Silver Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award for...

Lizard Head Cycling Guides provided special bike tours designed for corporate company retreats and outings. Colorado (PRWEB) April 26, 2013 Lizard Head Cycling Guides provides the perfect summer bike tours for those looking for a way to show their staff members the value of teamwork, dedication and fun. They recently announced a tour that is specially designed for corporate retreats. Now, corporations can rejoice that they too can enjoy the perks of taking one of Lizard Head Cycling...

Parents, kids and educators to experience bike safety, wear helmets, ride safely to school Scotts Valley, Calif. (PRWEB) April 26, 2013 Continuing a successful 24-year partnership, Bell Helmets and Safe Kids Worldwide will again collaborate on national bike safety programs this year, including activities for the second annual Bike to School Day on May 8, 2013. Safe Kids coalitions across the country will help facilitate approximately 150 events on Bike to School Day that bring together...

Michael Harper for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online In recent years, cycling has become less of a transportation choice and more of a passionate lifestyle, something people wear as a badge of honor and extoll like a religion. These cyclists already have all the reasons they need to choose a bike over any other mode of transport, and one new Kickstarter campaign is giving them another reason to choose pedal power. As smartphones and other devices become more integrated into our...