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Q. 101 Ways To Annoy People
1. Sing the Batman theme incessantly.

2. In the memo field of all your checks, write "for sensual massage."

3. Specify that your drive-through order is "to go."

4. Learn Morse code, and have conversations with friends in public consisting entirely of "Beeeep Bip Bip Beeep Bip..."

5. If you have a glass eye, tap on it occasionally with your pen while talking to others.

6. Amuse yourself for endless hours by hooking a camcorder to your TV and then pointing it at the screen. <

7. Speak only in a "robot" voice.

8. Push all the flat Lego pieces together tightly.

9. Start each meal by conspicuously licking all your food, and announce that this is so no one will "swipe your grub".

10. Leave the copy machine set to reduce 200%, extra dark, 17 inch paper, 98 copies.

11. Stomp on little plastic ketchup packets.

12. Sniffle incessantly.

13. Leave your turn signal on for fifty miles.

14. Name your dog "Dog." 15. Insist on keeping your car windshield wipers running in all weather conditions "to keep them tuned up."

16. Reply to everything someone says with "that's what YOU think."

17. Claim that you must always wear a bicycle helmet as part of your "astronaut training."

18. Declare your apartment an independent nation, and sue your neighbors upstairs for "violating your airspace".

19. Forget the punchline to a long joke, but assure the listener it was a "real hoot."

20. Follow a few paces behind someone, spraying everything they touch with Lysol.

21. Practice making fax and modem noises.

22. Highlight irrelevant information in scientific papers and "cc:" them to your boss.

23. Make beeping noises when a large person backs up.

24. Invent nonsense computer jargon in conversations, and see if people play along to avoid the appearance of ignorance.

25. Erect an elaborate network of ropes in your backyard, and tell the neighbors you are a "spider person."

26. Finish all your sentences with the words "in accordance with the prophesy."

27. Wear a special hip holster for your
remote control.

28. Do not add any inflection to the end of your sentences, producing awkward silences with the impression that you'll be saying more any moment.

29. Signal that a conversation is over by clamping your hands over your ears.

30. Disassemble your pen and "accidentally" flip the ink cartridge across the room.

31. Give a play-by-play account of a persons every action in a nasal Howard Cosell voice.

32. Holler random numbers while someone is counting.

33. Adjust the tint on your TV so that all the people are green, and insist to others that you "like it that way."

34. Drum on every available surface.

35. Staple papers in the middle of the page.

36. Ask 1-800 operators for dates.

37. Produce a rental video consisting entirely of dire FBI copyright warnings.

38. Sew anti-theft detector strips
into peoples backpacks.

39. Hide dairy products in inaccessible places.

40. Write the surprise ending to a novel on its first page.

41. Set alarms for random times.

42. Order a side of pork rinds with your filet mignon.

43. Instead of Gallo, serve Night Train next Thanksgiving.

44. Publicly investigate just how slowly you can make a "croaking" noise.

45. Honk and wave to strangers.

46. Dress only in clothes colored Hunters Orange.

47. Change channels five minutes before the end of every show.

48. Tape pieces of "Sweating to the Oldies" over climactic parts of rental movies.

49. Wear your pants backwards.

50. Decline to be seated at a restaurant, and simply eat their complimentary mints by the cash register.

51. Begin all your sentences with "ooh la la!"

52. ONLY TYPE IN UPPERCASE.

53. only type in lowercase.

54. dont use any punctuation either

55. Buy a large quantity of orange traffic cones and reroute whole streets.

56. Pay for your dinner with pennies.

57. Tie jingle bells to all your clothes.

58. Repeat everything someone says, as a question.

59. Write "X - BURIED TREASURE" in random spots on all of someone's roadmaps.

60. Inform everyone you meet of your personal Kennedy assassination/UFO/ O.J Simpson conspiracy theories.

61. Repeat the following conversation a dozen times: "Do you hear that?" "What?" "Never mind, its gone now."

62. Light road flares on a birthday cake.

63. Wander around a restaurant, asking other diners for their parsley.

64. Leave tips in Bolivian currency.

65. Demand that everyone address you as "Conquistador."

66. At the laundromat, use one dryer for each of your socks.

67. When Christmas caroling, sing "Jingle Bells, Batman smells" until physically restrained.

68. Wear a cape that says "Magnificent One."

69. As much as possible, skip rather than walk.

70. Stand over someone's shoulder, mumbling, as they read.

71. Pretend your computer's mouse is a CB radio, and talk to it.

72. Try playing the William Tell Overture by tapping on the bottom of your chin. When nearly done, announce "no, wait, I messed it up," and repeat.

73. Drive half a block.

74. Inform others that they exist only in your imagination.

75. Ask people what gender they are.

76. Lick the filling out of all the Oreos, and place the cookie parts back.

77. Cultivate a Norwegian accent. If Norwegian, affect a Southern drawl.

78. Routinely handcuff yourself to furniture, informing the curious that you don't want to fall off "in case the big one comes".

79. Deliberately hum songs that will remain lodged in co-workers brains, such as "Feliz Navidad", the Archies "Sugar" or the Mr. Rogers theme song.

80. While making presentations, occasionally bob your head. like a parakeet.

81. Lie obviously about trivial things such as the time of day.

82. Leave your Christmas lights up and lit until September.

83. Change your name to "AaJohn Aaaaasmith" for the great glory of being first in the phone book. Claim it's a Hawaiian name, and demand that people pronounce each "a."

84. Sit in your front yard pointing a hair dryer at passing cars to see if they slow down.

85. Chew on pens that you've borrowed.

86. Wear a LOT of cologne.

87. Listen to 33rpm records at 45rpm speed, and claim the faster speed is necessary because of your "superior mental processing."

88. Sing along at the opera.

89. Mow your lawn with scissors.

90. At a golf tournament, chant "swing-batabatabata-suhWING-batter!"

91. Ask the waitress for an extra seat for your "imaginary friend."

92. Go to a poetry recital and ask why each poem doesn't rhyme.

93. Ask your co-workers mysterious questions, and then scribble their answers in a notebook. Mutter something
about "psychological profiles."

94. Stare at static on the TV and claim you can see a "magic picture."

95. Select the same song on the jukebox fifty times.

96. Never make eye contact.

97. Never break eye contact.

98. Construct elaborate "crop circles" in your front lawn.

99. Construct your own pretend "tricorder," and "scan" people with it, announcing the results.

100. Make appointments for the 31st of September.

101. Invite lots of people to other people's parties.


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Very long read, but well worth it. Gets thumbs up from me ^^

101 ways to annoy someone (you have to read it all)?




jonny boy


1. Sing the Batman theme incessantly.

2. In the memo field of all your checks, write "for sensual massage."

3. Specify that your drive-through order is "to go."

4. Learn Morse code, and have conversations with friends in public consisting entirely of "Beeeep Bip Bip Beeep Bip..."

5. If you have a glass eye, tap on it occasionally with your pen while talking to others.

6. Amuse yourself for endless hours by hooking a camcorder to your TV and then pointing it at the screen. <

7. Speak only in a "robot" voice.

8. Push all the flat Lego pieces together tightly.

9. Start each meal by conspicuously licking all your food, and announce that this is so no one will "swipe your grub".

10. Leave the copy machine set to reduce 200%, extra dark, 17 inch paper, 98 copies.

11. Stomp on little plastic ketchup packets.

12. Sniffle incessantly.

13. Leave your turn signal on for fifty miles.

14. Name your dog "Dog." 15. Insist on keeping your car windshield wipers running in all weather conditions "to keep them tuned up."

16. Reply to everything someone says with "that's what YOU think."

17. Claim that you must always wear a bicycle helmet as part of your "astronaut training."

18. Declare your apartment an independent nation, and sue your neighbors upstairs for "violating your airspace".

19. Forget the punchline to a long joke, but assure the listener it was a "real hoot."

20. Follow a few paces behind someone, spraying everything they touch with Lysol.

21. Practice making fax and modem noises.

22. Highlight irrelevant information in scientific papers and "cc:" them to your boss.

23. Make beeping noises when a large person backs up.

24. Invent nonsense computer jargon in conversations, and see if people play along to avoid the appearance of ignorance.

25. Erect an elaborate network of ropes in your backyard, and tell the neighbors you are a "spider person."

26. Finish all your sentences with the words "in accordance with the prophesy."

27. Wear a special hip holster for your remote control.

28. Do not add any inflection to the end of your sentences, producing awkward silences with the impression that you'll be saying more any moment.

29. Signal that a conversation is over by clamping your hands over your ears.

30. Disassemble your pen and "accidentally" flip the ink cartridge across the room.

31. Give a play-by-play account of a persons every action in a nasal Howard Cosell voice.

32. Holler random numbers while someone is counting.

33. Adjust the tint on your TV so that all the people are green, and insist to others that you "like it that way."

34. Drum on every available surface.

35. Staple papers in the middle of the page.

36. Ask 1-800 operators for dates.

37. Produce a rental video consisting entirely of dire FBI copyright warnings.

38. Sew anti-theft detector strips into peoples backpacks.

39. Hide dairy products in inaccessible places.

40. Write the surprise ending to a novel on its first page.

41. Set alarms for random times.

42. Order a side of pork rinds with your filet mignon.

43. Instead of Gallo, serve Night Train next Thanksgiving.

44. Publicly investigate just how slowly you can make a "croaking" noise.

45. Honk and wave to strangers.

46. Dress only in clothes colored Hunters Orange.

47. Change channels five minutes before the end of every show.

48. Tape pieces of "Sweating to the Oldies" over climactic parts of rental movies.

49. Wear your pants backwards.

50. Decline to be seated at a restaurant, and simply eat their complimentary mints by the cash register.

51. Begin all your sentences with "ooh la la!"

52. ONLY TYPE IN UPPERCASE.

53. only type in lowercase.

54. dont use any punctuation either

55. Buy a large quantity of orange traffic cones and reroute whole streets.

56. Pay for your dinner with pennies.

57. Tie jingle bells to all your clothes.

58. Repeat everything someone says, as a question.

59. Write "X - BURIED TREASURE" in random spots on all of someone's roadmaps.

60. Inform everyone you meet of your personal Kennedy assassination/UFO/ O.J Simpson conspiracy theories.

61. Repeat the following conversation a dozen times: "Do you hear that?" "What?" "Never mind, its gone now."

62. Light road flares on a birthday cake.

63. Wander around a restaurant, asking other diners for their parsley.

64. Leave tips in Bolivian currency.

65. Demand that everyone address you as "Conquistador."

66. At the laundromat, use one dryer for each of your socks.

67. When Christmas caroling, sing "Jingle Bells, Batman smells" until physically restrained.

68. Wear a cape that says "Magnificent One."

69. As much as possible, skip rather than walk.

70. Stand over someone's shoulder, mumbling, as they read.

71. Pretend your computer's mouse is a CB radio, and talk to it.

72. Try playing the William Tell Overture by tapping on the bottom of your chin. When nearly done, announce "no, wait, I messed it up," and repeat.

73. Drive half a block.

74. Inform others that they exist only in your imagination.

75. Ask people what gender they are.

76. Lick the filling out of all the Oreos, and place the cookie parts back.

77. Cultivate a Norwegian accent. If Norwegian, affect a Southern drawl.

78. Routinely handcuff yourself to furniture, informing the curious that you don't want to fall off "in case the big one comes".

79. Deliberately hum songs that will remain lodged in co-workers brains, such as "Feliz Navidad", the Archies "Sugar" or the Mr. Rogers theme song.

80. While making presentations, occasionally bob your head. like a parakeet.

81. Lie obviously about trivial things such as the time of day.

82. Leave your Christmas lights up and lit until September.

83. Change your name to "AaJohn Aaaaasmith" for the great glory of being first in the phone book. Claim it's a Hawaiian name, and demand that people pronounce each "a."

84. Sit in your front yard pointing a hair dryer at passing cars to see if they slow down.

85. Chew on pens that you've borrowed.

86. Wear a LOT of cologne.

87. Listen to 33rpm records at 45rpm speed, and claim the faster speed is necessary because of your "superior mental processing."

88. Sing along at the opera.

89. Mow your lawn with scissors.

90. At a golf tournament, chant "swing-batabatabata-suhWING-batter!"

91. Ask the waitress for an extra seat for your "imaginary friend."

92. Go to a poetry recital and ask why each poem doesn't rhyme.

93. Ask your co-workers mysterious questions, and then scribble their answers in a notebook. Mutter something about "psychological profiles."

94. Stare at static on the TV and claim you can see a "magic picture."

95. Select the same song on the jukebox fifty times.

96. Never make eye contact.

97. Never break eye contact.

98. Construct elaborate "crop circles" in your front lawn.

99. Construct your own pretend "tricorder," and "scan" people with it, announcing the results.

100. Make appointments for the 31st of September.

101. Invite lots of people to other people's parties.



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Hey BudQT These r grate ways 2 stay entertained! Move very close 2 others U don't no! Ask them truly personal questions!




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What to use for a 14wk baby and 2 yr old in a bike trailer? Helmets too big and car seat won't fit!?

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Aimee


I have a bike trailer for my two babies but I don't know how is best to keep my 14week old safest. A helmet won't fit until at least 18 months and her car seat won't fit in with my 2 year old as well :0( Don't want to be stuck in a stuffy, hot car all summer so would really like to keep fit and take them out on the bike! Help!! Thanks in advance :0)


Answer
The infant in the car seat cannot ride with the toddler -- so just get a bicycle child seat http://www.amazon.com/Bell-Classic-Bicycle-Child-Carrier/dp/B000ISXSSA for the toddler -- kid will be much happier being up there behind you and watching around the road. Also should be available at Target, locally.

How old should a baby be to ride in a bike seat?




blank


Like one of the seats that attaches onto the back of a bicycle? They need to wear a helmet in that, right? Where can you get helmets for babies, do they make them?


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Hi, yes they definitely need to use a helmet, buy a high quality one from a reputable bike store not a toy one for use on kiddies bikes, as if they do fall they will fall from a much greater height. Bell is a good make I believe. My daughter rode in the back from about 9 months they need to have complete head control, and be able to sit reasonably still or they will throw you off balance a bit. The problem I found was I had a non recline seat and as the helmet was at its tightest setting it stuck out a bit at the back and made her head drop forwards if she fell asleep. I replaced this with a reclining seat which helped with this problem a little. She is now 2 and rides on the back no problem at all, all though she prefers to ride her own bike now. Make sure you ride in high visibility jackets and stick to quite roads, or cycle paths as much as possible - cars make no allowances for children!!!




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What do i need to look for when buying a used motorcycle.?

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victor g


I am interested in buying a used motorcycle and i have been looking at cycle trader and craigs list and other various places.
Since these are bikes from private sellers i want to avoid getting ripped off or buying a broken motorcycle that would cost more to fix that its price. What kind things should i be especially inquisitive , about the condition of the bike?



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If you are not sure what to look for when inspecting a used motorcycle, I suggest you locate an independent motorcycle mechanic near the sellers home and have a pre-purchase inspection/check done. Approximate cost $50-100, future headaches avoided with your new baby: priceless.

If you are set on inspecting the bike yourself, here are a few things I would do (I learned almost all this from countless hours browsing motorcycle forums when contemplating the purchase of my 2nd motorcycle from a private party).

1. Check the status of the title. Verify that the bike has a clean title, unless you don't mind riding a salvaged title bike. This may be dangerous because salvage title usually means frame damage.....I'd be wary of riding a motorcycle with a damaged frame. I'm not sure if they have something like CarFax for bikes but if they do I would use that, if not try the DMV or perhaps an insurance company your shopping quotes with can verify.

2. The owner is just as important as the motorcycle itself. Is the owner helpful in answering all your questions? Does he/she know the history of the vehicle? Do they have maintenance records/logs? What is the overall impression you get about them selling their motorcycle? You want to buy from someone who makes you feel comfortable and will work with you, good signs that the bike has been taken care of.

3. Do an initial walk-around of the motorcycle. Any noticeable damage to the fairings, handlebar ends, levers, exhaust, pegs? Basically you are trying to see if the motorcycle has ever been laid down/crashed. Are the fairings/tank original or have they been replaced? If so, ask the seller why.

4. Is it modified? Heavy modification usually means the owner has ridden the vehicle hard, not necessarily a bad thing if it has been taken well care of, but it can be a sign that it has been abused. Does the owner have the original factory parts? Do the modifications look like they were installed properly, or just a hack job?

5. Forks/shocks. Inspect the front forks/shocks closely. Are they leaking at all? Do they look worn/extremely dirty? Do the same for the rear shock.

6. Have the owner start the bike for you, stationary. Look for any smoke coming from the exhaust. A little bit of visible white smoke is ok, dark/blue smoke or any other strange looking emissions coming from the tailpipe are a definite bad sign.

7. Listen to the bike at idle. Does the engine sound like its healthy or unhealthy? If you are looking at sport bikes, they tend to have a sort of a 'lumpy' idle, meaning it bounces around a little bit, but nothing too erratic. When the engine is warm, have the owner or yourself rev it a little bit, listen for any odd noises coming from the engine. If you hear something strange, don't be afraid to ask the owner to explain what the noise maybe. He will either fess up if there is a problem he did not disclose or try to lie, which you should be able to detect fairly easily.

8. If the seller will let you and you are comfortable take it for a test drive. I would try to engage each gear at least 2-3 times during the ride to check for problems w/ the transmission. Vary the rpm range to check for hiccups in the engine. Is it difficult to shift? Is it harder than usual to find neutral? How does the steering feel? Do the brakes do an adequate job of slowing down the motorcycle or are they squishy and slow to grab? Does all the instrumentation work?

9. Does the seller have the original paperwork/manuals/spare keys?

10. Do not let the seller negotiate his/her used gear into the deal, unless it is something you want and it is the correct size for you. A quality helmet and gear should be the first thing on your list, BEFORE the motorcycle.

11. See if the registration is current and if any registration fees are due. You will also have to pay California sales tax to the DMV when you go to transfer the title to your name, based upon the selling price of the motorcycle.

How much effort would it take to get a motorcycle engine and turn it into a go kart engine?




hehewhosth


I have a little bit of engine knowledge (took a small engines class last year in school). but the ultimate goal is to make a go kart out of a motorcycle or dirt bike engine. any and all input is welcome.

more info: I was thinking a 250 2 stroke but i am extremely open to change.



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Not much effort at all. You can cannibalize a lot of parts from the donor motorcycle. The biggest problem is getting the final gearing right. The circumference of a go-kart tire is much smaller than a motorcycle tire.

However this could be accomplished with a jack shaft.

This has already been done so you won't need to re-invent the wheel. There is a go kart racing series that already uses motorcycle engines. Open your favorite search engine and search for "motorcycle engine go kart" without the quotes.

There is one minor issue that you may find is that a 2 stroke motorcycle engine doesn't produce much torque at low RPM. This may be an issue when starting off or if you need to go slow. But look out once you get the go kart moving. You may want to wear a full face helmet to keep the bugs out of your teeth because you will consistently have an ear to ear grin on your face.

One other issue you may encounter is that you could very easily over-power your go-kart. If you use too much motor you could easily build a little 100+ mph death trap. Make sure your go kart, your riding area, and your driving abilities match the performance capabilities of your go kart.

Another option I have seen is to use a snowmobile engine and belt drive system. I have seen both. And both were wicked fast.




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How much effort would it take to get a motorcycle engine and turn it into a go kart engine?

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hehewhosth


I have a little bit of engine knowledge (took a small engines class last year in school). but the ultimate goal is to make a go kart out of a motorcycle or dirt bike engine. any and all input is welcome.

more info: I was thinking a 250 2 stroke but i am extremely open to change.



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Not much effort at all. You can cannibalize a lot of parts from the donor motorcycle. The biggest problem is getting the final gearing right. The circumference of a go-kart tire is much smaller than a motorcycle tire.

However this could be accomplished with a jack shaft.

This has already been done so you won't need to re-invent the wheel. There is a go kart racing series that already uses motorcycle engines. Open your favorite search engine and search for "motorcycle engine go kart" without the quotes.

There is one minor issue that you may find is that a 2 stroke motorcycle engine doesn't produce much torque at low RPM. This may be an issue when starting off or if you need to go slow. But look out once you get the go kart moving. You may want to wear a full face helmet to keep the bugs out of your teeth because you will consistently have an ear to ear grin on your face.

One other issue you may encounter is that you could very easily over-power your go-kart. If you use too much motor you could easily build a little 100+ mph death trap. Make sure your go kart, your riding area, and your driving abilities match the performance capabilities of your go kart.

Another option I have seen is to use a snowmobile engine and belt drive system. I have seen both. And both were wicked fast.

What do I have to wear on a daily basis to ride my motorcycle?




ninjabot


I'm 19 in Alabama and I'm about to purchase a 2010 Kawasaki ninja 250. I have no experience on motorcycles and this will be my first bike. I have Already registered for an approved beginner class and gotten insurance quotes on owning it. I Am buying it as a cheap alternative to commute from class and work. I am wondering what gear i should buy along with the motorcycle that would be needed on a day to day basis.


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Helmet. Helmets all protect the same. You pay more for features and comfort. I would get a full face or flip-up, because (not surprisingly) about half of impacts come from the front.

Jacket. Should be made specially for motorcycles. When you try it on you lean forward and put your arms out in front. A motorcycle jacket has sleeves a little longer and more room in the shoulders. Leather used to be king, for warmth, abrasion resistance, and because it doesn't flap in the wind. But now there are textiles that work just as well. For Summer you can get a 'mesh jacket' that the wind just goes right through.

Gloves. When (if) you fall, you instinctively put your hands out to stop yourself, so you want a layer of leather on the palms. There are mesh gloves for Summer too! In cooler weather you also need gloves to keep your hands warm.

Boots would be nice but I don't think they're essential. They protect your ankles. But you really need something substantial on your feet, a good pair of leather shoes, not flip-flops or crocs or something like that. Some kind of waffle rubber sole would be nice because you use your feet to hold the bike up at stops so you want to grip the ground well.

Some people insist you need overpants too, but I think they're just too much to hassle with. Jeans are fine.

You're not preparing for a big serious crash, just a spill. You'll hit some gravel or dead leaves in a curve and the bike will slide out from under you and deposit you relatively gently on the ground. Happens to everyone sooner or later. You learn to scan the surface ahead of you.

The most important thing is to be comfortable, not too cold or hot, in clothes that move with you.




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Why are there fewer commuter-cyclists lately? What are the main thresholds to bike-commuting?

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LastGenera


Imho, the bike manufacturers are to blame, and here are my opinions. What's your two cents?

In my view, bike saddles are uncomfortable and possibly cause the dreaded Male Dysfunction Syndrome. Also, the Shimano fancy gears and shifters wear out in only 1,000 miles and are costly. In comparison, old bikes had gears/chains that lasted 20 years or more.

Open-face bike helmets don't protect the teeth from impact, and there imho aren't inexpensive full-face helmets for people who wear glasses, size 63cm, or XXL.

Then, there's bike theft.

Any other reasons not listed here?



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I hate to say it, but I strongly disagree on every point you've listed.

The 'root' of the low visibility of commuter biking is that the population (as a whole) has been encouraged to obtain and then maintain a sedentary lifestyle. Suburbanization and the 'sprawl' left over from the 50's contributes to longer commutes in terms of distance and time. Working longer hours at a given job means less time to make the travel between home and work .. which results in looking for a faster means of doing so.

The average level of activity in today's population is around 50 percent of the activity level of the 1950's population. That means folks are simply doing less in the way of exercise, and when they do attempt it, it is less strenuous. Sure, there's a handful of exceptions who take exercise (and strenuous types at that!) as a way of life ... but they are more than compensated for by those who do absolutely nothing.

I've ridden on the same Shimano drivetrain on each bike I own (the newest one is a 2004, the oldest is a 1969, and there are three from different ages in between). No bike has less than 7500 miles on it ... the 2004 road bike has almost 8000 miles in just over 2.5 years of riding. There's nothing wrong with the shifters, brakes, rings, cassettes, chain, or freewheel on any of the bikes.

The variety of saddle materials and shapes out there means there's something for everyone. The more probable cause of an uncomfortable saddle experience is that you aren't fitted properly to the bike itself! Check your overall fit at a local bike shop ... there's a fair bit of geomtery involved. And no two people are exactly the same, so your setup has to be somewhat 'custom'.

Cleanup after arriving at work from a lengthy commute can be tricky, if your place of employment doesn't have showers. However, it's pretty much guaranteed it DOES have a washroom - which means running water. Pack a cloth and a towel, some work clothes, and some soap/deodorant. You can clean up with relatively little fuss quite quickly.

As to theft - there's a couple of answers to this. One is to use a 'beater' bike for the commute, so it doesn't appear as attractive to potential thieves. The other is to subtly pressure your employer into providing safe storage during the workday. Email me - I can give you a good example of how I changed the way things were done with my previous employer. Or check a previous answer I've given here on Yahoo! Cycling ... it pretty much portrays the same example.

As to actually pressuring the employer ... use the idea that a fit and active employee is a better health risk from an insurance point of view, so it would be to his benefit to set up safe storage in lieu of higher premiums.

Lastly - there are several styles of bicycle out there on the market. The 'commuter' bike is designed specifically for getting around an urban area; it's slightly more comfortable riding position than a true road bike, and easier to pedal and manoeuvre than a mountain bike. They can be found fairly cheaply; take a look at your local shop. Then try a couple of styles out ... there's one out there for everyone. If you can't find a good bike for you out there, it isn't usually the manufacturers fault - it's yours, for not doing the legwork (and yes, sometimes that means exercise as well!).

What amount of cc is good for a starter bike?




Ben Stoepp


I'm about to buy my first motorcycle. I have ridden a moped before but never motorcycle. I want something with a good amount of power but nothing that will knock me off the bike. So what area of cc should I be looking in?


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It seems to me that all your answers (above) are pushing you towards sport-bikes (Ninja, CBR, GSX, etc)... have you considered a cruiser?

Cruisers have a low center of gravity, well balanced, and very easy to learn on for a beginner. The 650-750 Honda Shadow line, V-star from Yamaha, Boulevards (S50/S65) from Suzuki, or Vulcan's from Kawasaki are all pretty much the same look, feel, and ride... All of them are capable around-town, rural-roads, on the Interstate, or cross-country (yes, I've taken a Shadow from coast to coast).

If you want a sport-style bike... I recommend starting small with 250cc to 500cc. But if you're looking at cruisers, starting out at 650-750cc is not out of the question. There are also choices of Sport-Touring bikes in the 500-700cc range, which look sporty, yet maintain the riding position of a cruiser, lightweight, good fuel economy, and VERY comfortable on long rides!

If you're worried about too much power... I'll give you some info/stats on some of the bikes I have...
CBR250... not enough to make you think you're going to fly off, but very capable of highway speeds and faster off the line than any average car. This bike is awesome on the rural roads and around town.
CB750-NightHawk... 0-60 in 2.4-sec... yes, it has the power to scare you to death, so not a good starter bike!
Shadow 750... Great starter bike, good power, capable of cruising 80mph all day long, and not quite "push you off the seat" power. Low center of gravity, and excellent "around-town" or commuter bike.
Sabre 1100... Just like the Shadow, but a little heavier and more "oomph". It is better suited for longer highway trips and 2-up riding, but capable as a commuter. Could be a beginner's bike, but only if you can handle the additional weight and torque.
Goldwing 1800... yeah, we won't go there... it's a rolling couch, weighs as much as a sub-compact car, and this beast is MADE for touring! NOT a beginner's bike!
VT700C Shadow ('85 model)... Yes, its a cruiser, but 0-60 in 3.5-sec. YES, it will launch you into the pillion and make you hang on if you hit it hard! This is also NOT a good beginner bike unless you have some experience!

Take the MSF course... PLEASE! Learn to ride properly, wear the gear (helmet, gloves, jacket, boots, etc), and be safe... remember, all other drivers are trying to kill you... remember that every time you sit on the saddle and you'll be a bit safer every time you ride!




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What are the dimensions of a helmet for inline skating?

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Captain Cr


Most websites give the option of large, medium or small. Besides trying them on, how would I be able to know if they fit?


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There are no standard dimensions. You would need to find a chart for the brand of helmet you are looking at.

Some brands make adjustable helmets that have a seperate headband inside that is adjustable. One advantage of this style is that the band will adjust to the shape of your head.

It is still best to try them on. Some helmets may move around on your head where others will keep their position better.

If you are doing rec/fitness skating, a bicycle helmet is suitable protection and gives you more choices.
If you are doing other types of skating, a multisport helmet will provide more protection to the sides and back of the head.

When riding my bicycle, should I stop at all stop signs and red lights?




vargasdfw


I just bought a bicycle. When I am going in neighborhood streets I feel silly stoping at the stop signs, and on some other streets even stoping at a red light. If a policeman sees me, not stopping, will I get a ticket (????). Please explain how it works.


Answer
A bicycle is considered as a Vehicle, that's the first thing you should know.

In most jurisdictions, bicycles must have functioning front and rear lights when ridden after dark. As some generator or dynamo-driven lamps only operate while moving, rear reflectors are frequently also mandatory. Since a moving bicycle makes little noise, some countries insist that bicycles have a warning bell for use when approaching pedestrians, equestrians and other bicyclists.

You' are expected to obey the rules of the road w/e mode of transportation you are using. Think about it, if you don't stop at the stop sign, you're risking yourself! You never know you might get into an accident. The largest cause of serious and fatal injuries to cyclists is collision with motor vehicles.

Yes, if a policeman saw you, he can and will give you a ticket for beating a red light/not stopping at stop signs. A "failure to stop, Stop sign" citation was worth $122.97 for a cyclist violation and $158.97 for a motorist bust.

One good answer to dealing with a ticket would be to work it off at Bike Traffic School (if there's one close to you)

How to avoid tickets:

Signal your intent â Boost your predictability and get in the habit of signaling your intended path, using hand gestures that let everyone know what you're doing. A lot of right-of-way confusion and resentment can be resolved easily with a few clear hand signals, just point out your path if there are other people around to whom that would be useful information. You'll be surprised at how smoothly things go.

Don't be a right-of-way thief â Rolling s l o o o o o w l y across a stop line at an empty intersection is one thing, but barging in front of someone (car, bike, pedestrian, bus) is bound to draw anger at least and maybe a ticket.

Watch for cops, and don't do anything stupid in front of them â Really, use your head. Traffic officers tell us that they don't try to hide, they sit right out in plain view with their big shiny motorcycles and bright "white dot" helmets and the black and white cars. It's incredible how many cyclists (and motorists and pedestrians) will pull a brazenly illegal maneuver right in front of a cop. If you can't bring yourself to play nice when the police are obviously watching, maybe you need that ticket to clue in.

Nothing in the law says that a "complete stop" requires a cyclist to take his/her foot off the pedal and make contact with the ground. CVC 21201 does say that a bicycle must be small enough for the rider to stop, support with one foot on the ground, and restart safely, but whether or not a complete stop is made ultimately hinges on a police officer's discretion.

Bicycle riders under age 18 must wear a helmet under California law(I don't know what's yours in your state). Riders 18 and older can decide for themselves. If you do choose to wear a helmet, make sure it's properly sized and fitted. Headlights are required for night riding, as are reflectors: red in the back and yellow/white on sides and pedals (reflective whitewalls count).

Maybe you can learn something from this link just disregard the city name I'm pretty sure you don't even live in bay area >.<

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7M-_ueoU2E&eurl=http://www.sfbike.org/?bikelaw_sfpd_video




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What are the current regulations for Quads in Washington State?

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Q. I would like to know the regulations for children under 13 for quads. Do they have to wear helmets, what are the size restrictions, what are road restrictions, eye protection, and licensing and certification restrictions? Any info will help i'm thinking about taking my family riding and need to know, thank you.


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RCW 46.37.530
Motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, mopeds, electric-assisted bicycles â Helmets, other equipment â Children â Rules.

(1) It is unlawful:

(a) For any person to operate a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle not equipped with mirrors on the left and right sides of the motorcycle which shall be so located as to give the driver a complete view of the highway for a distance of at least two hundred feet to the rear of the motorcycle or motor-driven cycle: PROVIDED, That mirrors shall not be required on any motorcycle or motor-driven cycle over twenty-five years old originally manufactured without mirrors and which has been restored to its original condition and which is being ridden to or from or otherwise in conjunction with an antique or classic motorcycle contest, show, or other such assemblage: PROVIDED FURTHER, That no mirror is required on any motorcycle manufactured prior to January 1, 1931;

(b) For any person to operate a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle which does not have a windshield unless wearing glasses, goggles, or a face shield of a type conforming to rules adopted by the state patrol;

(c) For any person to operate or ride upon a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or moped on a state highway, county road, or city street unless wearing upon his or her head a motorcycle helmet except when the vehicle is an antique motor-driven cycle or automobile that is licensed as a motorcycle or when the vehicle is equipped with seat belts and roll bars approved by the state patrol. The motorcycle helmet neck or chin strap must be fastened securely while the motorcycle or motor-driven cycle is in motion. Persons operating electric-assisted bicycles shall comply with all laws and regulations related to the use of bicycle helmets;

(d) For any person to transport a child under the age of five on a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle;

(e) For any person to sell or offer for sale a motorcycle helmet that does not meet the requirements established by this section.

(2) The state patrol may adopt and amend rules, pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act, concerning standards for glasses, goggles, and face shields.

(3) For purposes of this section, "motorcycle helmet" means a protective covering for the head consisting of a hard outer shell, padding adjacent to and inside the outer shell, and a neck or chin strap type retention system, with a sticker indicating that the motorcycle helmet meets standards established by the United States Department of Transportation.


RCW 46.09.117
Operation by persons under thirteen.

(1) Except as specified in subsection (2) of this section, no person under thirteen years of age may operate an off-road vehicle on or across a highway or nonhighway road in this state.

(2) Persons under thirteen years of age may operate an off-road vehicle on a nonhighway road designated for off-road vehicle use under the direct supervision of a person eighteen years of age or older possessing a valid license to operate a motor vehicle under chapter 46.20 RCW.
RCW 46.09.040
Use permit prerequisite to operation.

Except as provided in this chapter, no person shall operate any off-road vehicle within this state after January 1, 1978, unless the off-road vehicle has been assigned an ORV use permit and displays a current ORV tag in accordance with the provisions of this chapter: PROVIDED, That registration and display of an unexpired ATV use permit shall be deemed to have complied with this section.

If there's a tornado should I hide in a bathtub on exterior walls or closet with a washer and dryer?




Siobhanlee


There is a large mirror in the bathroom and the laundry room I surrounded by the kitchen, a room, and garage.


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Here's the official word on what to do in a tornado:*
â¢Go to a pre-designated shelter area such as a safe room, basement, storm cellar, or the lowest building level. If there is no basement, go to the center of an interior room on the lowest level (closet, interior hallway) away from corners, windows, doors, and outside walls. Put as many walls as possible between you and the outside. Get under a sturdy table and use your arms to protect your head and neck.
â¢In a high-rise building, go to a small interior room or hallway on the lowest floor possible.
â¢If available, put on a bicycle or motorcycle helmet to protect yourself from head injuries.
â¢Put on sturdy shoes.
â¢Do not open windows.




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how do I pick the right size bicycle for my child (45 inches, 4 years old, needs training wheels)?

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mr190762





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Take him to your local bike shop and get them to help you pick out a bike. They are interested in getting him a bike that will fit him and are experienced in the industry. Don't buy from WalMart, or Academy, or department stores, where the sales help is usually clueless. The average "department store" bike gets less than 100 miles on it before it hits the dumpster - and for good reason - they aren't fun to ride because the quality is so poor. Even for a kids' bike that you expect him to outgrow in a couple of years can be handed down to a sibling or friend. You'll pay a little more, but the piece of mind knowing that his bike will hold up to the crashes, getting dumped in the yard, jumping curbs is worth it.

You can get good kids' bikes in some of the main brands - Giant, Trek, Specialized, etc. They will be good quality. (Note, if you are as old as I am, Schwinn was the thing to get when you were a kid - but they are no longer. The name was bought out by a very low end, cheap company (Pacific Mongoose) and the quality has gone way downhill.)

And as everyone says: get a helmet & a pump. The tires should be aired at least once a week (they will lose ~10% of their pressure *each* night).

How cool is your kid's school? What freebies do they get?




Michelle


I am always amazed at the free stuff my daughter brings home from school. And I often wonder if this is a small town thing (not many kids, so it doesn't cost local businesses much to sponsor things) or if the bigger cities do the same or more.

Yesterday they had a bicycle safety course for the first graders. The actually gave my daughter a free helmet! It doesn't look cheap either. The design is cool (I wouldn't mind wearing it) and the way it is built looks better than the cheapos I was looking at at walmart.

What kind of stuff does your kid bring home from school? And is it public or private? My daughter goes to public school.
Grace - My kid's teacher actually pays the kids pennies for being good at school every day. You get 3 pennies if you stay out of trouble. You get more if you do something really good. At the end of the six weeks, they get to buy stuff like you are talking about and little toys. I think that's pretty cool too :)
Katie ... One of the schools I went to separated us into teams like that too. Stinks, doesn't it?
KitKat - I like the sound of what your school does. My daughter loves books! They have sent home 2 or 3 this year. But every kid gets the same one, sponsored by the local bank, grocery store, and phone company. Still pretty neat. I never knew kids came with so many cool accessories!
Mom to 4 girls : Wow! Your kids' schools have more people than my whole town! Our city has barely passed the 2,000 people mark. ... And many of them are retired!



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We are in a very small town as well. We don't get anything near as nice as a bike helmet. However, the kids have brought home free footballs (not the small nerf kind), they get backpacks at the beginning of the year, t-shirts, ice cream from the local DQ, and they have a book program to choose one book from the library every month to keep.




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Can I use a regular bicycle helmet for crusing on a longboard?

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Sami


I don't think I need to spend more money if I use my bicycle helmet which is almost the same thing. I'll cruising around on it


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haha! I know a guy who makes his kids wear bicycle helmets when they surf.
the other surfers think he is crazy.

Get a regular surf helmet.

Where can I find a bicycle helmet in Bangalore?




Deepika S


Where can I find a bicycle helmet in Bangalore? Also, any idea about the pricing ?


Answer
Walmart??? forget Bangalore, it's not anywhere in India.
Why dont you try in Olympic sports on Double Road, few helmet shops on JC Road or near Urvashi theatre.




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Kamis, 19 Desember 2013

Are 14 year old allowed to ride electric bikes or pocket bikes as regular bikes for transporation?

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csmuch41


are they allowed to ride the electric bikes legally in california sacramento?


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Electric Bicycles are defined by the California Vehicle Code [24][25][26]. In Summary, Electric Bicycles are basically, by law, to be operated like conventional bicycles in California. There are several exceptions to this. A person must be at least 16 years old, and anyone riding an electric bicycle must wear a bicycle helmet. The e-bikes must have an electric motor that has a power output less than 1,000 watts, is incapable of propelling the device at a speed of more than 20 miles per hour on level ground, is incapable of further increasing the speed of the device when human power is used to propel the motorized bicycle faster than 20 miles per hour, operates in a manner so that the electric motor is disengaged or ceases to function when the brakes are applied, or operates in a manner such that the motor is engaged through a switch or mechanism that, when released, will cause the electric motor to disengage or cease to function.

Driver's licenses, registration, insurance and license plate requirements do not apply. A motorized bicycle is not a motor vehicle. A motorized bicycle shall only be operated by a person 16 years of age or older. Drinking and driving laws apply. Additional laws or ordinances may apply to the use of electric bicycles by each city or county [27]]</ref>. The list contains no electric bicycle models, and makes no provision for home builds. The only provision written in the law for riding an electric bicycle on public roads is obtaining a motorcycle title[28].

Can you drive a street legal moped in GA with a Permit?




Ryan


i recieved a moped and was wondering if i can ride it "legally"?


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YES....Motorcycle Defintion
Every motor vehicle having a saddle for the use of the rider and designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, but excluding mopeds. All motorcycles, scooters, minibikes, and motor bikes are considered motor-driven cycle.s


Moped Registration
Mopeds are exempt from the provisions relating to the registration and licensing of motor vehicles


Moped Licensing Requirements
Must be 15 years of age and have in their possession a valid driverâs license, instructional permit or limited permit


Georgia Standard Instructional Permit Requirements
Applicants must be at least 15 years old and be able to pass the eye and knowledge test. When driving, there must be a licensed driver at least 21 years old in the front seat with him or her at all times. The permit is valid for 24 months. Parental consent is required for applicants under 18 years of age.

Additionally, you may not apply or keep a driver's permit or license if you withdraw from school (if you are under age 18), have a total of 10 unexcused absenses or have certain conduct infractions.


Class M - Motorcycle Instructional Permit Requirements
All applicants must pass an eye test and an examination of motorcycle knowledge. An issued Class M instruction permit is valid for 6 months, after which time the applicant may return to the issuing station and take a road test. It is not mandatory for a Class M license applicant to obtain a Class M Instructional Permit before taking the Class M examination. Restrictions for a Class M instructional permit are the following:

Must be at least 16 years old and have parental consent if under 18.
Motorcycle operation in daylight hours only.
No passengers allowed.
No limited access roadways.
Safety equipment as prescribed by law.
Moped Traffic Laws
Operators of mopeds must wear protective headgear (motorcycle helmet).
Operators of bicycles aided by electric power may wear a properly fitted bicycle helmet instead of an approved motorcycle helmet.
No tag is required.
Every person operating a moped upon a roadway must obey the same traffic laws governing drivers of motor vehicles.
May not use limited access highways or other roadways where the minimum speed limit is above 35 mph.
Wherever a usable path or sidewalk designated for use of bicycle riders adjacent to a roadway has been provided, bicycle riders shall use such path or sidewalk and shall not use the roadway.
Persons riding mopeds upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles.~




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In new york state,how old do you have to be to be allowed to ride a bicycle without a helmet legally?

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haylee


Iam 13 am I required by law in new york state to wear a helmet when riding a bike?


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Haylee

It appears to be various ages depending on where your ride. Here is a list of states so that you can review it. Just scroll down to NY.

http://www.helmets.org/mandator.htm

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Is it illegal to ride a bike without a helmet in nyc?




William S


If it is, is the law enforced?


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It doesn't matter if riding a bicycle without a helmet is legal or illegal in New York City. It's stupid. Even if you are the best rider in the world, someone else's stupidity, carelessness, or inattention can cause you to go down. In any collision with an automobile, the bicycle rider always loses. Your helmet will help to keep your brains from being the topping on a street pizza.

HTH




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What are the dimensions of a helmet for inline skating?

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Captain Cr


Most websites give the option of large, medium or small. Besides trying them on, how would I be able to know if they fit?


Answer
There are no standard dimensions. You would need to find a chart for the brand of helmet you are looking at.

Some brands make adjustable helmets that have a seperate headband inside that is adjustable. One advantage of this style is that the band will adjust to the shape of your head.

It is still best to try them on. Some helmets may move around on your head where others will keep their position better.

If you are doing rec/fitness skating, a bicycle helmet is suitable protection and gives you more choices.
If you are doing other types of skating, a multisport helmet will provide more protection to the sides and back of the head.

When riding my bicycle, should I stop at all stop signs and red lights?




vargasdfw


I just bought a bicycle. When I am going in neighborhood streets I feel silly stoping at the stop signs, and on some other streets even stoping at a red light. If a policeman sees me, not stopping, will I get a ticket (????). Please explain how it works.


Answer
A bicycle is considered as a Vehicle, that's the first thing you should know.

In most jurisdictions, bicycles must have functioning front and rear lights when ridden after dark. As some generator or dynamo-driven lamps only operate while moving, rear reflectors are frequently also mandatory. Since a moving bicycle makes little noise, some countries insist that bicycles have a warning bell for use when approaching pedestrians, equestrians and other bicyclists.

You' are expected to obey the rules of the road w/e mode of transportation you are using. Think about it, if you don't stop at the stop sign, you're risking yourself! You never know you might get into an accident. The largest cause of serious and fatal injuries to cyclists is collision with motor vehicles.

Yes, if a policeman saw you, he can and will give you a ticket for beating a red light/not stopping at stop signs. A "failure to stop, Stop sign" citation was worth $122.97 for a cyclist violation and $158.97 for a motorist bust.

One good answer to dealing with a ticket would be to work it off at Bike Traffic School (if there's one close to you)

How to avoid tickets:

Signal your intent â Boost your predictability and get in the habit of signaling your intended path, using hand gestures that let everyone know what you're doing. A lot of right-of-way confusion and resentment can be resolved easily with a few clear hand signals, just point out your path if there are other people around to whom that would be useful information. You'll be surprised at how smoothly things go.

Don't be a right-of-way thief â Rolling s l o o o o o w l y across a stop line at an empty intersection is one thing, but barging in front of someone (car, bike, pedestrian, bus) is bound to draw anger at least and maybe a ticket.

Watch for cops, and don't do anything stupid in front of them â Really, use your head. Traffic officers tell us that they don't try to hide, they sit right out in plain view with their big shiny motorcycles and bright "white dot" helmets and the black and white cars. It's incredible how many cyclists (and motorists and pedestrians) will pull a brazenly illegal maneuver right in front of a cop. If you can't bring yourself to play nice when the police are obviously watching, maybe you need that ticket to clue in.

Nothing in the law says that a "complete stop" requires a cyclist to take his/her foot off the pedal and make contact with the ground. CVC 21201 does say that a bicycle must be small enough for the rider to stop, support with one foot on the ground, and restart safely, but whether or not a complete stop is made ultimately hinges on a police officer's discretion.

Bicycle riders under age 18 must wear a helmet under California law(I don't know what's yours in your state). Riders 18 and older can decide for themselves. If you do choose to wear a helmet, make sure it's properly sized and fitted. Headlights are required for night riding, as are reflectors: red in the back and yellow/white on sides and pedals (reflective whitewalls count).

Maybe you can learn something from this link just disregard the city name I'm pretty sure you don't even live in bay area >.<

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7M-_ueoU2E&eurl=http://www.sfbike.org/?bikelaw_sfpd_video




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Rabu, 18 Desember 2013

how old do you have to be to not have to wear a bicycle helmet in nys?

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kady


ok so my little brother doesn't believe me when i tell him that i think its 14 but that he still should anyway.

can anyone confirm that 14 years old is when you can stop wearing a bicycle helmet if you are riding in the state of new york?



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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDuq9VR_pzg

I think this answers your question ;-)

Is it required by law to wear a helmet while riding in the bicycle lane of Manhattan Bridge?




Kinky Kevi


In case there is another one, I'm asking about the one in New York City.


Answer
i believe there is, but no ones going to stop you if your an accomplished rider and you look like an adult




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Is it necessary to wear a bike helmet when commuting to work?

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Tks O


In addition, I only ever ride my bicycle on the pavement/side walk shared by pedestrians; the only time I go on the road is when cross the lights for pedestrians.

Is it really necessary for commuters to wear a bike helmet. I just find it unnecessary to wear helmets on the street because the chances of collision and injury are a lot less than on the road, and I question the compulsory bike helmet laws.

If wearing helmets is mandatory, why don't we make the inclusion of airbags mandatory for all cars as well then?



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Even when I ride on the sidewalk, which is illegal where I live, I have close calls when people are backing out of driveways and such. Not to mention the people that are getting out of their house I almost hit.

http://bicyclesafe.com/
"The Crosswalk Slam

You're riding on the sidewalk and cross the street at a crosswalk, and a car makes a right turn, right into you. Cars aren't expecting bikes in the crosswalk, so you have to be very careful to avoid this one. This collision is so common we've lost track of the number of people who've told us they were hit this way, such as Ray John Ray. One study showed that sidewalk-riding was twice as dangerous as road riding, and another study said it's even more dangerous than that.

How to avoid this collision:

1. Get a headlight. If you're riding at night, you should absolutely use a front headlight. It's required by law, anyway.

2. Slow down. Slow down enough that you're able to completely stop if necessary.

3. Don't ride on the sidewalk in the first place. Crossing between sidewalks can be a fairly dangerous maneuver. If you do it on the left-hand side of the street, you risk getting slammed as per the diagram. If you do it on the right-hand side of the street, you risk getting slammed by a car behind you that's turning right. You also risk getting hit by cars pulling out of parking lots or driveways. These kinds of accidents are hard to avoid, which is a compelling reason to not ride on the sidewalk in the first place.

And another reason not to ride on the sidewalk is that you're threatening to pedestrians. Your bike is as threatening to a pedestrian as a car is threatening to you. Finally, riding on the sidewalk is illegal in some places. (In Austin, those places are the Drag, and downtown on 6th St. and on Congress). If you do plan on riding on sidewalks, do it slowly and EXTRA carefully, ESPECIALLY when crossing the street between two sidewalks."

"1. Don't ride on the sidewalk. When you come off the sidewalk to cross the street you're invisible to motorists. You're just begging to be hit if you do this. Keith Vick was killed this way in Austin, TX in Dec. 2002."
~~~~~
"Contrary to popular belief, you increase your chances of getting hit by car when riding your bike on the sidewalk. I know you may find it hard to believe but its true.

While riding in the street is more intimidating, it places you in a position that makes you more visible to the motorist. Usually people will ride on the sidewalk because they want to stay away from cars or they ride against traffic in the street because they are afraid of being hit from behind: they "want to see the cars coming at me". Crashes on sidewalks comprise close to fifty percent of all crash types. They are more common because every driveway forms an intersection and, if you went to driving school you may remember, that most crashes happen at intersections. In traffic engineering jargon where two vehicles cross paths is referred to as a conflict point and traffic engineers work very hard at reducing or eliminating conflict points.

Essentially every driveway that crosses the sidewalk forms a conflict point. Couple this with motorists not stopping at the sidewalk before entering the street and looking at traffic in the street not for bicyclists on the sidewalk and you have recipe for a crash. By cycling in the street you completely avoid these conflict points. The motorist stops before entering the street and is looking where you will be before they cross your path. While these crashes are usually not fatal, they can easily result in an incapacitating injury especially if you are not wearing a helmet. In my expert witness practice, the majority of sidewalk related crashes I've been involved with the rider was not wearing a helmet and usually result in brain injury"- http://ezinearticles.com/?Bicycle-Safety---The-Problems-With-Sidewalk-Riding-and-Against-the-Flow-of-Traffic&id=1857311

What is a good cheap dirt bike helmet cam for under 100 dollars?




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What is a good cheap dirt bike helmet cam for under 100 dollars?
Yes i want a Helmet cam i already have a good bell helmet i do not want a helmet just a good Camera that will mount on my helmet because i see all these people on you tube with them i would like to find one for a 100 bucks or less.



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Sorry to say, but there is no such thing as good & cheap.

$100 (US) is about £50. That is very very cheap.

The last visor I bought for my Arai cost me £52.50p. Then another £9.99 for new tear off's.

Please dont buy a helmet for $100 bucks. It will be junk.

You only get 1 skull & 1 brain. Look after them both, as they will look after you.




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I have a very strained relationship with my ex husband, and I need advice about it.?

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Sarah


We split up in 2003, when our kids were 3 and 5 years old. They have lived with me since then, except for every other weekend visitation when they stay with their dad. He has made decisions about the kids that I don't agree with, but I feel like my hands are tied and there's not really anything I can do about it unless I want to make things really nasty between us (and end up putting the kids in the middle of our disagreements).

Examples: Has decided the kids will be vaccinated for the flu, and informed me that if I don't take them for the flu shots that he is going to while they're staying with him for the weekend. Our son is autistic, and with all the controversy about the possibility of the flu shot contributing to autism, I've decided that I don't want to have them vaccinated.

He enrolled them in Lutheran religious education classes for Sunday mornings when they stay with him. The kids are both baptized Catholic, and attend Catholic mass (although not very often, it's still VERY different from Lutheran service).

2 years ago, he and his wife had a stillborn baby when she was 7 months pregnant. They take the kids to the cemetery to 'visit their sister'. They never attended the actual funeral. It's almost like they're forcing the kids to go through the grieving process with them, even though they were never really involved with the pregnancy (except to see her pregnant every other weekend when they'd visit their dad). Now my daughter fantasy plays with the dead sister she's never known or even met.

He took it upon himself to give a very explicit birds and bees talk with the kids when they were 7 and 9, prompting my 7 year old daughter to write her dad a letter stating 'have lots of sexxxs so Kimberly (his wife) can have a new baby in her tummy'. When I became upset when I found out, his response was a condescending chuckle, and said 'you can't protect them forever'.

He has on NUMEROUS occasions allowed my 11 year old son to sit in the front seat of his vehicle, even just 10 days after having emergency brain surgery for meningitis... because 'he likes to ride in the front seat', AND so that his wife can sit in the back seat with the baby they now have, because she's worried the baby will 'urp' and choke on it. The drive is about 50 miles, mostly interstate with traffic moving about 75 mph.

He swears a lot, even using the 'f' word... and has told the kids he's just 'had a potty mouth since he was N*****'s age' (my son).

Has bought them and allowed them to play rated 'M' video games.

Doesn't require them to wear helmets when they bike ride or skate board in the street.

I could go on and on... he's very passive aggressive toward me still. If he finds out something bothers me, it only encourages him to do something even more. I don't know what to do...
Also, I was the one who suggested divorce. I moved myself and both kids to an apartment, and it was the 3 of us that had to start all over... he just moved in with his gf (now his wife) in her home.

I guess yes, there may be some bitterness on my part about how hard it was for me to walk away, when he didn't have to struggle or be responsible for anything but himself. It was me that fought the school district to get help for my son, when his dad denied his autism (telling me that our son just needed to 'be pushed' more). I was the one sleepless at night when the kids were sick, or when I didn't know for the life of me where money would come from to buy groceries... because he was fired from yet ANOTHER job and couldn't pay child support (he is all caught up now, though). I left because he was very emotionally abusive. I gave him an ultimatum to either seek help (either us together or on his own) for his abusive tendencies, or that I was leaving.

I left.



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First off, some of these aren't very major, like the church thing, younger kids don't really get the difference in the stuff from Lutheran to Catholic (which, by the way, aren't all that different, I'm Lutheran and I went to Catholic mass once with my aunt and didn't find it too terribly different) but, on some of the other things, such as the vaccine, sex talk, and taking the kids to the cemetery (that one kind of freaks me out) are things that you and your ex should talk about. Explain why you don't want to get your son vaccinated, just explain how you feel calmly to your ex and hopefully he'll get where your coming from. ;D

On the other hand, it's very irresponsible and immature to not require your children to wear helmets, play M rated games, and cuss in front of them. I'd just tell him how you feel about it with this too.

Unfortunately, he might think of you telling him all this might be you trying to butt into his life and control him, so choose your battles very carefully. Choose one or two things that bother you a lot, is it the M games and swearing, or the no helmets and such. Perhaps counseling or a parent class or two would help both him and you get a better idea on how to parent.

Is my sister being stupid?!?




Amber


Ok so I know babies can't be on the labor and delivery floor because of age and sickness....BUT!!!!!!!! My son is 9 months old and my sister is having her baby today! Yes I am so so excited. The thing is....she says she doesn't want my son around her baby for at least 6 weeks (TO EVEN SEE HIM) because of the hospital rules. Grrrr. I know it doesn't matter that much because my son won't even care, but I can't see her either, if he can't go cause I have no one to watch him. Why is she acting so silly!?


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I agree with you, this is a little stupid. For one thing...she's going to be in the hospital for six weeks? What?

She sounds like a paranoid first time mother. I myself have never had a child, as I'm still a teenager, but I have a lot of expierence with kids, as I have 7 younger cousins, and a toddler sister. My aunt recently had her second child, she's about a week old now, and it was a little nervewracking having all the little ones around her, but they were watched carefully and it was all ok.

It's good to be a little more careful about visitors and being out and about with the baby around this time of year, seeing as it's cold and flu season.

Talk with her about this, and tell her how much it hurts you. There is no reason that your son shouldn't be around them, if you watch him closely.

And also, maybe tell her that just because the doctors give her guidlines, doesn't always mean that if they aren't followed, the baby will die. My parents grew up without wearing seatbelts or helmets when they rode their bikes, my mom didn't wake me up every two hours to feed me when I was a baby, and yet we're alive.




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is DH helmet,full face mountain bike helmet are smaller than offroad motorcycle helmet ?

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Ha kook


i wanna buy helmet for riding all around the mountain.
but i want its capacity and weigh be not too heavy,
can DH helmet for mountain bike and off road motorcycle helmet for mountain be used for crossed way? i mean if i ride a bike on the mountain wearing the off road motorcycle helmet, can it be too heavy or out of capacity.

if the motor and bike helmet size are same, is it about to equal the capacity and weigh ?



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Nowadays motorcycle helmets are quite light and you can comfortably use an off-road motorcycle helmet for mountain biking.

What is the best motorcycle helmet for £300?




Sarah C


I need to buy my first motorcycle helmet this week and I have a maximum budget of £300.

Can anyone advise me on what is the best/safest full face helmet I can get in this price range.

Thanks



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I've just bought a Shark Grand Urban EvoLine which costs around £250, its a flip front helmet with air vents, a flip down sun visor and full clear visor. The flip front is cool as it folds around to the back instead of standing up on top of your head. I generally use the helmet with the flip front up around town, and down on faster roads.

I find it comfortable, easy to use, and it keeps my head cool. I would highly recommend you look at this one, I think its money well spent and I managed to knock the dealer down to £210.

It comes in matt black and silver.




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Is there a road bike helmet that I can change the size of from Small to Medium?

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Biggie


I am looking for a helmet for passengers that is possible to change the size of by changing the inner padding thickness for my motorcycle passengers; Does one exist?
I didn't say one size fits XXS to XXL, I said one that can change to the next size up..
So if it exists, what is the brand and model that uses the same shell size for both small and medium helmets?



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It's not a great idea. But it would be easier to have one that fits a medium head and you can add padding for a small head.

Otherwise, you're going to be removing padding and that makes the helmet worthless.

Still not recommended.

I am looking into buying a new road bike?

Q. I use to have an entry level Trek and loved it. I am looking to upgrade a bit but don't want to spend more than 2000.00. I heard that Giant makes great road bikes for woman. Any suggestions? I am training for a triathlon in 2013 and need a good bike to train with. Thanks!


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If you liked trek, by all means get another! But since you want to do Triathlons, make sure you get aerobars (and even an aero helmet if you want). The main thing about the bike is that fit is key, especially in the aeroposition with aerobars.




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I just won 1st prize from a contest and I was wondering what I should do with it?

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Troy


I won a titan mountain bike and helmet and I don't neeed a bike. All of the kids in my family already have bikes so I was thinking about donating it to a child at Christmas. How do I go about doing this> I don't want to just give it to a charity because it might go to a greedy person who works there. Where can I find an actual child in need that could use this bike. Or is there a charity that is TRUSTWORTHY that I could give it to that would actually give the bike to a child in need? I live in Michigan.


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I know what you mean about not being able to trust that your gift will not end up going to someone who deserves it. My credit union and other banking establishments offers names of needy children at Christmas time. The names are on tags hung on Christmas tress inside the banks. Each tag gives the name, age, sex, clothes and shoe size of each child, along with what the child wishes for from Santa for Christmas. You don't even have to wrap the gift. It will be wrapped for you. You can also give to "Toys for Tots", sponsored by the Marines.
It is hard to trust when it comes to gift giving. I just finally had to trust that God would see to it that the right person would get the gift I gave. God be with you.

Does anyone manufacture a car seat for a motorcycle, like those ones you see on bicycles?




Norm Hayes


My other kids love riding the motorcycle with me around the neighborhood. Of course I always make them wear their bike helmets when riding but they get the biggest thrill from riding while sitting between me and the tank. Now my youngest is getting really jealous because she wants to ride and I want to take her out just like the other kids. Could I use one of those kid seats that are made for the bicycle or could I just pull one of those kid-trailers behind my motorcycle?


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YOU BUY A SIDECAR THAT HER CAR SEAT FITS INTO!!




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