Shimano is recalling 680,000 bicycle cranksets after reports of broken bones and lacerations

Shimano is recalling nearly 700,000 bonded 11-Speed ​​Hollowtech Road cranksets because the parts pose a collision risk to riders. The recalled bonded cranksets can “separate and break,” causing consumers to crash, a notice from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission shows. The crankset is the part of the bike that moves the chain as the … Read more

Here are the best ways to keep babies safe while they sleep

“Bar is best” when it comes to preparing a crib, bassinet or playpen for a newborn baby to sleep in, advises Consumer Product Safety advised parents Thursday. This means a firm, flat surface with no blankets, pillows, toys, stuffed animals or anything other than a sheet. Extra bedding and other clutter have been linked to … Read more

Generac recalls more than 60,000 portable generators over burn risk

Generac is recalling more than 60,000 portable generators over potential fire and burn hazards. The recalled generators’ fuel tanks have a valve issue that may cause them to “build up excess pressure and expel fuel when opened, posing fire and burn hazards,” according to a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Generac Power Systems has … Read more