Seattle site tracks bike crashes, thefts and hazards
The Seattle-base Cascade Bicycle Club has created a “map mashup” Web site where cyclists can pinpoint bicycle accidents, thefts and hazards on a map of the Seattle area.
The Club says that 75 percent of bike crashes go unreported.
The new Web site, www.bikewise.org will help identify crash “hotspots” that pose a danger to cyclists.
The location of hazards identified on the site, such as dangerous sewer grates that can grab a bike tire and topple the cyclist, will be passed on to authorities.
The club hopes that the theft reports will help reduce theft and make it more likely that owners will get their stolen bikes returned.
To learn more:
- Visit the Bikewise site: www.bikewise.org.
- Visit the Cascade Bicycle Club site for information about the club’s other activities.
Other resources:
- King County’s “Bicycle Resources” Web page, which has more than a score of downloadable bike trail maps and links to the local and state cycling resources including clubs.
- Seattle’s Bicycle Program Web page, which links to more local maps and resources and information.
Category: Cycling, Fitness & Exercise, Safety
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