It's very safe when done properly. A lot of people don't know the right way to ride in traffic. It's different, after all, from what you were taught when you were 6 years old. |
We're definitely getting more calls, and the preponderance of questions are from people who want to know the best route to bike to work. We have volunteers we call route-gurus who know Boston and bicycling so they can devise commuting routes that are efficient and safe. |
Years ago, the 10-speed bike was as fancy as it got. But today, bikes not only have a greater capacity in terms of gear speeds, but they also are made of lighter but stronger materials. |