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Bike stores will tell you to replace your helmet every 3 years. Manufacturers say every 5 years. But the real answer is: It depends. A bicycle helmet is made of styrofoam covered with a thin plastic shell. How long it lasts depends on how much

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There are a lot of concerns about the safety of cars and bikes sharing the roads in Canada and the US. We’ve all heard about the tragedies that occur when these two worlds collide. One question we’re frequently asked at Women’s Cycling.ca is: How much of the road are cyclists entitled

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With the City of Toronto’s Bike Month 2010 officially scheduled to begin on Monday, May 31, an increased number of Torontonians will be taking part in related cycling activities. While legislation in Ontario requires all bicycle riders younger than 18 to wear a certified helmet, CSA

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Routine Safety Checks For Your Bicycle When you’re out riding your bicycle you want to minimize the chances of an accident due to mechanical failure. Get in the habit of doing a safety check before each ride to ensure nothing falls off or goes flat on your bike while you’re on it. Here’s

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You can do the math. When a 2 tonne car collides with a

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