A S eason to S tay S afe TIPS TO AVOID COLLISIONS DURING SOUTH CAROLINA’S FALL MOTORCYCLE RALLIES
estimated 1,859 lives in 2016 and could have saved 802 more if every biker wore them. So, set aesthetics aside this season, and invest in protection. Signal Religiously On a motorcycle, broadcasting your intentions to the cars around you when you’re turning or switching lanes is an essential component of staying safe. If you need to brush up on your hand signals, the Motorcycle Legal Foundation’s website is an excellent resource. Stay on High Alert Motorcycles are small enough to be nearly invisible on roadways and have a tendency to slip into drivers’ blind spots. With that in mind, keep an eye on the cars around you, and make defensive driving your default mode. Unfortunately, even if you do everything in your power to stay safe, it’s impossible to control the other drivers. Often, other motorists do not see motorcycles and regard
Thanks to cooler temperatures and quieter roads, fall in South Carolina is the perfect season for motorcycle rallies, rides, and other bike-focused events. September and October boast the South Carolina State CMA Rally, the H-D Greenville Bike Nite, the Dragstravaganza race, Myrtle Beach Bike Week, and the Blood and Steel Rodeo Revival, just to name a few. If you’re planning to ride your bike to one of these fall festivals, it’s time to come up with strategies for staying safe en route. According to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, there were 5,286 motorcycle fatalities in the U.S. in 2016, the second highest number in the past two decades. Clearly, you can never be too careful behind the handlebars, so when you set off, keep
them as an irritation or don’t give them the respect they deserve. If you end up in an accident because of another driver, don’t hesitate to give us a call. Christmas Law Firm’s motorcycle accident lawyers know how to protect your rights and aggressively pursue the compensation you’re entitled to in Charleston, including medical expenses, lost wages or income, property damage to your bike, and redress for pain and suffering.
these things in mind: Wear a Helmet
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Prevention reports that motorcycle helmets saved an
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Basil Berry Sorbet
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INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup sugar • 1 cup fresh basil leaves • 6 cups frozen mixed berries • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
DIRECTIONS
1. In a saucepan over high heat, combine sugar with 1 cup of water, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves, creating a syrup-like consistency. 2. Remove syrup from heat, add basil, cover, and let stand for 15 minutes. Strain syrup into bowl and refrigerate until cold. 3. In a blender, combine syrup with frozen berries and lemon juice. Purée until smooth. 4. Transfer to a square baking pan, cover in plastic wrap, and freeze until set, about 2 hours. 5. Scoop and serve.
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