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City riding is getting faster, smarter and a whole lot busier. Your gear should keep up.
In our blog, we dive into urban mobility, smart helmet tech, and practical tips for modern riders. No fluff, just useful insights you can put to work right away. Time to put your headfirst.
Bike helmet mandate in the Netherlands: What you need to know about the new rules
The Dutch government aims to increase cyclist helmet use from 4% to 20% within a decade. Transport Minister Barry Madlener's plan focuses on voluntary adoption while considering mandatory helmets for e-bikes and fat bikes due to their higher speeds and...
Bike helmet mandate in the Netherlands: What you need to know about the new rules
Cycling through Amsterdam yesterday, I counted helmets on just 3 out of 75 passing cyclists. That's pretty typical for the Netherlands, but it may not be for much longer. Transport Minister Barry Madlener has recently announced a significant shift in...
E-bike risks: Helmets, age, and accident registration
E-bikes in the Netherlands present a growing safety concern, particularly for older riders, as they're classified the same as traditional bicycles despite reaching sustained speeds of 25 km/h. This article examines the challenges of inadequate accident registration for e-bikes, debates...
E-bike risks: Helmets, age, and accident registration
I watched my 70+ year old dad upgrade from his traditional city bike to an e-bike last year. Within weeks, he was cruising effortlessly at 23 km/h—nearly double his previous speed—with the same relaxed posture and minimal protective gear he'd...
Traumatic brain injuries from cycling accidents: The numbers and solutions
Each year in the Netherlands, 70,000 cyclists require emergency care after accidents, with 25% suffering head injuries. This article examines the surprising prevalence of single-bicycle incidents, particularly among riders over 70, and reveals that older adults (55+) comprise 42% of...
Traumatic brain injuries from cycling accidents: The numbers and solutions
Last year, I visited the trauma center at Haaglanden Medical Center in Den Haag. The meeting with their neurosurgery and trauma team revealed a disturbing reality behind cycling accidents in the Netherlands. The trauma specialists have begun referring to teenagers...
