2012 Spring Riding Season has Arrived

TAKE A BREAK & BEGIN 2012 IN THE HILL COUNTRY

It's finally here! Texas Rider Newspaper annouces events for 2012. Below you can find a few of the fun-filled events happening this year! For a full list, go to: www.TexasRiderNews.com or www.Bikerlawyer.com

Thunder in the Hill Country 2012 in Bandera, Texas.
March 29 - April 1, 2012
Held in Mansfield Park in Bandera. This is the 10th year for this great Texas Old School Texas Rally in the beautiful Texas Hill Country and Cowboy Capital of the World. This event includes, Live music, T-shirt contest, Biker Games, Burn-out Pit, Tattoo Contest, and much more! For more information contact: (409) 995-0073 or go to www.bikerralliesoftexas.com

Join the Biker Lawyers at the 2012 ROT Rally
Every year we here at The Cole Legal Group get excited because we know its time for the Republic of Texas Biker Rally in Austin, Texas.

June 7 -10th 2012
Thousands of our fellow biker brothers and sisters head to Austin early to settle in, as well as attend some ROT Pre-Parties. From concerts, celebrity appearances, attractions like the Tattoo Expo and the Vintage Bike Showcase, to the barbecue joints and official parade, the ROT Rally has something for every level of motorcycle rider and enthusiast.

RIDING IN TRAFFIC? TIPS TO STAY ALIVE!

It's a jungle out there! Ask any biker. Crowded streets and highways, drivers with cell phones, newspapers or screaming kids, you name it, it's out there. Here are some ideas on what to do:

Trust your mirrors: Always include additional glance over shoulder.
Never get between a vehicle and an offramp: last second exits can be fatal.
Cover your brakes: Helps to minimize reach time.
Be noticed: Ride with hi beam on and wear brightly colored gear.
Power: Ride in a low gear for added acceleration.
Traffic slowing? Staying left or right of the car in front give you an escape route.
Scan traffic: Keeps you aware and in touch with your situation. No surprises!
Left-turn treachery: Always approach oncoming traffic turning left with caution. Watch the car's wheels and driver's hands on wheel. Be ready if you see movement, especially 18-wheelers.
Use an Escort: Let larger vehicles act as an escort through intersections. Also, wait on other traffic to escort you if your light turns green.
Ride in open zones: Use your bike's power and maneuverability to ride in open zones in traffic. Riding with traffic can make you hard to see.

Last but not least, Pay attention and drive defensively! Your life could depend on it.

Friday, March 23, 2012