Author: Ted Keenan

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Shimano Issues Recall of Crankset Installed on Over 680,000 Bikes

Japanese manufacturer Shimano has issued a recall on Ultegra and Dura-Ace 11-Speed Bonded Hollowtech Road Cranksets manufactured before July 2019. These cranksets are commonly found on bicycles sold by well-known brands like Trek and Specialized and may pose a significant risk. Which Products Are Affected? This recall specifically includes Shimano Ultegra FC-6800, Dura-Ace FC-9000, Ultegra…

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Firework Accidents on the Rise

Independence Day is an annual time for celebration with family and friends. Fourth of July gatherings are often punctuated by watching a firework show. Oftentimes these festivities include an amateur firework display. Unfortunately, firework accidents at this time of year are exceedingly common, and these accidents can have tragic consequences. Just last year in San…

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Train Derailments Shockingly Common

Several recent train derailments have highlighted the safety concerns associated with train transportation. On March 4, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train derailed in Springfield, Ohio, causing 28 cars to go off the rails. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported. This event occurred approximately one month after a severe train accident in East Palestine, Ohio, where…

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