by Mark Lansing
Author’s note: This article was written before a well-publicized confrontation in Portland, where a motorist criticized a cyclist for running a stop light, and the cyclist responded by smashing the car with his bike. Needless to say, YHIHF would never endorse cyclists’ violence against anyone. While we stand by our comments at the [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Opinion, Personal Stories, Road Rules, Safety
A Cyclist’s Account of The Citizen Initiated Violation Proceedings (ORS 153.058)
by Ray Thomas and Brion Barnett
For a while now, we have been working to promote and assist cyclists and pedestrians in filing citizen intitiated prosecutions against drivers who violate motor vehicle laws and injure or endanger non-motorized users. Citing dangerous motorists, even when there is [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Bikes & The Law, Road Riding, Road Rules, Safety
by Mark Lansing
Dear YHIHF:
A couple of months ago (YHIHF May 2008) you suggested that blowing my nose was a cheap and simple substitute for a bicycle bell (to warn others of my approach), but I can’t seem to make much nasal noise. Any tips?
Dainty
Dear Dainty:
Slide your thumb and forefinger down the bridge of your nose [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Health, Opinion, Road Riding, You Heard It Here First
Accidents involving property damage
by Ray Thomas
Sometimes it’s difficult to get a fair result when a collision with a car results in property damage but no personal injury. While it’s always better not to have to deal with a physical injury, there is not enough money involved from the contingent fee (1/3) on a property damage [...]
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A users’ guide on how others have done it and how you can do it for yourself
by Ray Thomas
Some drivers are so dangerous that some action must be taken to protect others. It is usually the case that a bad driver will offend again and again and the most serious cases will often result in [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Advocacy, Bikes & The Law, Road Riding, Road Rules, Safety
by Mark Lansing
We have previously touted Portland, Eugene and Jacksonville as the best places in Oregon to ride. To that list, one must add Bend.
The volcanic-dirt and pine-needle trail south of town along the Deschutes River is breath-taking. The trail along the Deschutes in the north part of town is almost as nice, if not [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Eastern Oregon, Opinion, Safety, Travel, You Heard It Here First
by Tom Baldinger
Springtime brings its own set of riding rules. Although there is more daylight, it’s still smart to have a light if you plan on doing afternoon rides. There are few things more scary than getting lost in the dark. It is also entirely preventable with a bit of planning and forethought. If possible, [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Training
by Brian Sather
This winter in the La Grande area of Oregon, we had lots of snow. There was a seemingly endless cycle of snow and wind. Many of our roads and highways, including I-84, were closed numerous times from heavy snowfall and drifting. People who live in frequent snow areas like ours know the extra [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Eastern Oregon, MTB
by Brian Sather
Many believe natural ability is the principal factor for becoming an elite cyclist. They accept that people who happen to have genetic talent and happen to pursue cycling are the fortunate ones to rise to the top in the sport. Conversely, some potentially great cyclists are sitting around on their couches wasting away [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Road Riding, Training
by Brian Sather
The maxim “You get what you pay for” does not always apply to cycling products. Sometimes the high-end lightweight equipment is the first to fail you during a ride. By contrast, some inexpensive items turn out to be your favorite and most reliable. The products I regularly use cover the full range from [...]
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Filed under: Advice, Gear, Reviews, Road Riding
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