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Is it safe to wear a horseback riding helmet when riding your bike?
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Kenya E
Basically just what I said. My riding instructor said that it might be, because riding helmets cover more of your head than bike helmets, plus they're usually made to be more durable and protective like.
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I don't know how vented they are, but they will certainly protect you just fine! And they are infinitely better than nothing.
I don't know how vented they are, but they will certainly protect you just fine! And they are infinitely better than nothing.
What do you think of wearing an equestrian helmut instead of a bike helmut?
moxie_slac
Bike helmuts are horribly, horribly ugly. Do you have any other alternate suggestions?
I would prefer to space helmut style of old to the sporty looking versions out now, actually. But then I'm not seeking fashion advice from a group of people who wear lycra, I was only seeking information on the safety perceptions. Thanks anyway, kids.
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Ah fashion.
It does get in the way of protecting your brain...
Bike helmets are specifically designed for the sport. One feature, the venting keeps your head cool. They are designed with bicycle motion, and collision with specific hard objects in mind. Equestrian helmets are good, and are likewise designed and tested for a specific task and hazards.
I would keep trying to find a bike helmet you can tolerate. They have come a long, long way from the "mushroom" or "bubble" designs of the past.
Let the rest of your body project whatever image (sexy) you are looking for. A tight body in a well chosen outfit, WITH a bike helmet goes a long way in my book.
I personally wouldn't trust my melon to an equestrian helmet, but that's me.
Ah fashion.
It does get in the way of protecting your brain...
Bike helmets are specifically designed for the sport. One feature, the venting keeps your head cool. They are designed with bicycle motion, and collision with specific hard objects in mind. Equestrian helmets are good, and are likewise designed and tested for a specific task and hazards.
I would keep trying to find a bike helmet you can tolerate. They have come a long, long way from the "mushroom" or "bubble" designs of the past.
Let the rest of your body project whatever image (sexy) you are looking for. A tight body in a well chosen outfit, WITH a bike helmet goes a long way in my book.
I personally wouldn't trust my melon to an equestrian helmet, but that's me.
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What is the best bike for me?
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child0fthe
I live in the city and just want a bike to get exercise. I would rather a bike under $100 but I'm willing to spend some more, just as long as it isn't going to kill my wallet. I'm not to sure what exactly to look for but I want to make sure that the bike has everything that belongs on it and that it's of good quality. I rather not have it fall apart right away.
So any tips on what brands to look for or just what to look for in general would be great.
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The bike is comfortable and can be adjusted to fit your height. The gears and brake controls are easy for you to use. Spare parts are readily accessible in any well stocked bicycle store, you were offered and took a test ride before purchasing. It fits in your budget,
Tell bicycle store owner what surfaces or terrain you will cover ( grass, trails, pavement, etc) Will you be on hilly terrain or generally flat? How many miles per week will you ride?
Check Bicycling Magazine for product reviews, ask advice from seasoned riders, join a local bicycling club for friendly advice.
Save your skull....buy a well made and certified helmet !
The bike is comfortable and can be adjusted to fit your height. The gears and brake controls are easy for you to use. Spare parts are readily accessible in any well stocked bicycle store, you were offered and took a test ride before purchasing. It fits in your budget,
Tell bicycle store owner what surfaces or terrain you will cover ( grass, trails, pavement, etc) Will you be on hilly terrain or generally flat? How many miles per week will you ride?
Check Bicycling Magazine for product reviews, ask advice from seasoned riders, join a local bicycling club for friendly advice.
Save your skull....buy a well made and certified helmet !
Why are car driving people so incredibly lazy and unfit?
World Peac
The UK is very unfit and congested by Volkswagens,
BMW, AUDI, Mercedes and Porsche 9-11 types.
So why do UK people blame each other so much
for their own bad habits and plain laziness?
Why don't the people learn to walk, to ride bicycles
and dammed well get fit so they can be happy?
Are they victims of a government conspiracy to
force everyone to buy a car and drive?
The same question applies to the USA and Greece
and all other car infested countries of moaners who
are simply too lazy to walk or get on their bikes.
I mean just look at Egypt, another place full up with cars,
why not just ban cars from Cairo?
The Cairo Congestion charge could solve the Egyptian
economic crises in 5 minutes!
And investment in the Railways, paid for by congestion
charging would create millions of good local jobs.
Is Congestion charging the Great way to cut income tax and restart the economy?
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Lots of reasons. Besides the obvious, bicycles are not great on 50 mile commutes or in nasty weather. I used to commute by bicycle, up to a 12 mile commute. I was a strong rider (Saturday rides with my friend averaged 80 miles in hills) and had the young man's notion of my own immortality. I have bicycle commuted in freezing rain and in 118 F heat.
The problem is that automobile commuting is much more sensible. While commuting on my bicycle I have had garbage and bottles thrown at me and been deliberately run off the road. Another bicycle commuter in my building at the time was hit in the back of the helmet with a baseball bat as he rode to work. I have been on a bicycle club ride in which one rider was killed and another's neck broken. Bicycles are wonderful things to get out and regenerate our spirits but they have serious weaknesses as basic transportation.
Lots of reasons. Besides the obvious, bicycles are not great on 50 mile commutes or in nasty weather. I used to commute by bicycle, up to a 12 mile commute. I was a strong rider (Saturday rides with my friend averaged 80 miles in hills) and had the young man's notion of my own immortality. I have bicycle commuted in freezing rain and in 118 F heat.
The problem is that automobile commuting is much more sensible. While commuting on my bicycle I have had garbage and bottles thrown at me and been deliberately run off the road. Another bicycle commuter in my building at the time was hit in the back of the helmet with a baseball bat as he rode to work. I have been on a bicycle club ride in which one rider was killed and another's neck broken. Bicycles are wonderful things to get out and regenerate our spirits but they have serious weaknesses as basic transportation.
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Jumat, 27 Desember 2013
what are the best type of bicycling helmets?
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thatonegir
i just bought a crusier and won't be pulling any tricks but i want to keep my head in tact with some style. I like the bowl shaped helmets and found a brand online that seems good, It's called Nutcase helmets and they are a bit more pricey but i'll be willing to pay the difference.
i just want to know if i'm getting enough protection and if there is a better kind out there.
thanks=]
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Hi, i hope these links are of use for you
Hi, i hope these links are of use for you
I hate to sound vain,but...does anyone know of a bicycle helmet that is low profile, functional, AND cute?
desertfair
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Well, if you like the skate helmet styling, you should check out the Giro Makai or Flak helmets....they're cheap ($20 to $40) and they come in some "girl" colors, too. They look pretty cool....I have two of them (in non-girl colors) that I use for urban riding. There are lots of other skate lids from several manufacturers.....lots of colors and designs on them, too. Check www.jensonusa.com or www.danscomp.com for choices.
If you want a regular helmet, the Bell Metro and Giro Xen are cool and seem to fit your desires. The Xen is expensive, but worth it.....you can find model year closeouts for $60 to $90 but the normal price is around $120.
EDIT: Ok, now those Nutcase helmets in the post below mine are just COOL! The correct link is www.nutcasehelmets.com .....and I'm glad he shared that company! :o)
Well, if you like the skate helmet styling, you should check out the Giro Makai or Flak helmets....they're cheap ($20 to $40) and they come in some "girl" colors, too. They look pretty cool....I have two of them (in non-girl colors) that I use for urban riding. There are lots of other skate lids from several manufacturers.....lots of colors and designs on them, too. Check www.jensonusa.com or www.danscomp.com for choices.
If you want a regular helmet, the Bell Metro and Giro Xen are cool and seem to fit your desires. The Xen is expensive, but worth it.....you can find model year closeouts for $60 to $90 but the normal price is around $120.
EDIT: Ok, now those Nutcase helmets in the post below mine are just COOL! The correct link is www.nutcasehelmets.com .....and I'm glad he shared that company! :o)
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Ride on bike trailer?
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jake
I wanted to make a trailer for my bike and my bike is sturdy enough to hold it and keep it steady but i want to know if it is legal in new Zealand for people to ride on the back on the trailer... as long as they have a helmet on and be able to ride on the road. is it?
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"Bike rack" - or tow a bike? You can NOT tow a person on a bike.
"Bike rack" - or tow a bike? You can NOT tow a person on a bike.
Facts about Monster Energy Drinks?
em.
I need to know who created Monster energy drinks and when they were created. and maybe some other interesting facts about it if you know them? thank you!
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Marketed and distributed by Hansen Natural Corporation, a NASDAQ listed company of Corona, California. Though Monster Energy is not widely advertised in the media it receives a large amount of recognition from its sponsorship of various sporting events. Hansen Natural Corporation announced a distribution agreement with Anheuser-Busch in the U.S. and Grupo Jumex in Mexico. Hansen Natural Corporation has recently announced a distribution deal with PepsiCo Canada. On November 10, 2008, the distribution of Monster turned over to Coca-Cola Enterprises, Coca-Cola United, and other Coca-Cola bottlers in many markets. Contracts with existing distributors were bought out in these markets. In late 2009 or early 2010 Monster Energy will expand their market and release their products to other countries including Germany. It is distributed in Australia by Schweppes as Coca-Cola Amatil manufactures Mother energy drink, which is an exclusive energy drink sold only in Australia and New Zealand.
Monster Energy has many endorsements with sportspeople. The list includes; Rob Dyrdek, a professional skater, who is often shown drinking Monster and wearing his Monster Energy shirts on his television show. He owns a car known as the Monster Mobile, which was purchased for Dyrdek; Rupert Davies, professional snowboarder;monster nitro 12 0z
Greg Hancock, a former World Speedway Champion; Paul Tracy, a former Champ Car now IRL driver, who sports the Monster logo on his hats and helmet; Jenson Button the Formula One driver and 2009 World Champion, sported the "M" Monster logo on his new crash helmet from the 2009 British Grand Prix onwards; Jamie Whincup, the Australian V8 Supercar Champion, wears Monster colours on his crash helmet; Dean Kearney, the Irish drift driver who competes in the Prodrift series; Ken Block, the American rally driver; Ricky Carmichael wore a Monster Energy helmet when he raced motocross and now that he is into racing cars and trucks, he has his car (or truck) painted black with a large "M" Monster logo on the hood; Robby Gordon is sponsored by Monster on his NASCAR Sprint Cup cars and his Offroad racing trucks.
Monster sponsors a motocross race team named "Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki". Valentino Rossi's race cap bears a Monster logo, as do the Tech 3 Yamaha bikes of Colin Edwards and James Toseland. Prior to this, Monster sponsored Kawasaki. The Vans Warped Tour features a Monster touring bus that gives out free Monster Energy Drinks during the event.
In September 2009, Monster Energy teamed up with Activision to bring special redeemable codes on the Monster Energy website where people can submit codes included in Monster Energy packs to redeem things such as Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 Premium Themes and a Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Map Pack code.
The caffeine content of Monster energy drinks is 10 mg/oz (34 mg/dL, 1.75 mmol/L),[4] or 160 mg for a 16 oz can. As with most other energy drinks the packaging usually has a warning printed on it saying to limit the number of cans consumed in a day - to 3 for the 16 oz size, and it is not recommended for pregnant women, children under 10 years old, or people who are sensitive to caffeine.
Ingredients: Carbonated Water, Sucrose, Glucose (broken down sucrose),Taurine, Sodium Citrate, Color Added, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, L-Carnitine, Caffeine, Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Niacinamide, Sodium Chloride, Glucuronolactone, Inositol, Guarana Seed Extract, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Sucralose, Riboflavin, Maltodextrin, Cyancobalamin.
Marketed and distributed by Hansen Natural Corporation, a NASDAQ listed company of Corona, California. Though Monster Energy is not widely advertised in the media it receives a large amount of recognition from its sponsorship of various sporting events. Hansen Natural Corporation announced a distribution agreement with Anheuser-Busch in the U.S. and Grupo Jumex in Mexico. Hansen Natural Corporation has recently announced a distribution deal with PepsiCo Canada. On November 10, 2008, the distribution of Monster turned over to Coca-Cola Enterprises, Coca-Cola United, and other Coca-Cola bottlers in many markets. Contracts with existing distributors were bought out in these markets. In late 2009 or early 2010 Monster Energy will expand their market and release their products to other countries including Germany. It is distributed in Australia by Schweppes as Coca-Cola Amatil manufactures Mother energy drink, which is an exclusive energy drink sold only in Australia and New Zealand.
Monster Energy has many endorsements with sportspeople. The list includes; Rob Dyrdek, a professional skater, who is often shown drinking Monster and wearing his Monster Energy shirts on his television show. He owns a car known as the Monster Mobile, which was purchased for Dyrdek; Rupert Davies, professional snowboarder;monster nitro 12 0z
Greg Hancock, a former World Speedway Champion; Paul Tracy, a former Champ Car now IRL driver, who sports the Monster logo on his hats and helmet; Jenson Button the Formula One driver and 2009 World Champion, sported the "M" Monster logo on his new crash helmet from the 2009 British Grand Prix onwards; Jamie Whincup, the Australian V8 Supercar Champion, wears Monster colours on his crash helmet; Dean Kearney, the Irish drift driver who competes in the Prodrift series; Ken Block, the American rally driver; Ricky Carmichael wore a Monster Energy helmet when he raced motocross and now that he is into racing cars and trucks, he has his car (or truck) painted black with a large "M" Monster logo on the hood; Robby Gordon is sponsored by Monster on his NASCAR Sprint Cup cars and his Offroad racing trucks.
Monster sponsors a motocross race team named "Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki". Valentino Rossi's race cap bears a Monster logo, as do the Tech 3 Yamaha bikes of Colin Edwards and James Toseland. Prior to this, Monster sponsored Kawasaki. The Vans Warped Tour features a Monster touring bus that gives out free Monster Energy Drinks during the event.
In September 2009, Monster Energy teamed up with Activision to bring special redeemable codes on the Monster Energy website where people can submit codes included in Monster Energy packs to redeem things such as Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 Premium Themes and a Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Map Pack code.
The caffeine content of Monster energy drinks is 10 mg/oz (34 mg/dL, 1.75 mmol/L),[4] or 160 mg for a 16 oz can. As with most other energy drinks the packaging usually has a warning printed on it saying to limit the number of cans consumed in a day - to 3 for the 16 oz size, and it is not recommended for pregnant women, children under 10 years old, or people who are sensitive to caffeine.
Ingredients: Carbonated Water, Sucrose, Glucose (broken down sucrose),Taurine, Sodium Citrate, Color Added, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, L-Carnitine, Caffeine, Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Niacinamide, Sodium Chloride, Glucuronolactone, Inositol, Guarana Seed Extract, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Sucralose, Riboflavin, Maltodextrin, Cyancobalamin.
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I want to begin cycling but I don't know how to get started...HELP?
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MalinaB
I want to begin cycling to build up my legs and to lower my blood pressure. I don't know what kind of bike to buy or the equipment that I need. Please Help.
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That's the right track - you definitely need a local bike shop that you trust. Don't be intimidated! People of all ages, shapes, colors and sizes can ride a bicycle.
The first thing you gotta do is tell yourself - you can do this. Tell yourself that a lot. You aren't going out to be Lance Armstrong so no need to add any extra pressure whatsoever.
You are simply going to ride a bike... something we've been doing since we were kids! It's going to be fun!
Now you need a bike. And really - almost any bike will do, but you might consider not jumping into the road cycling elite arena just yet. How about a nice comfortable commuter bike with straight handlebars and a padded seat. Then a helmet.
Guess what? YOU ARE READY!
OK, OK, I know, you probably want to know like brand, type, etc. And the bike shop suggestion is good because you want to test ride! You can't do that in a dept. store. And you really can't get more than a "toolshed" bike at a dept. store. You'd be surprised - bike shops are competitive with the big box stores -- and they have a service department so please start there!
Another thing to do - join a bike forum online! A lot of forums have sections just for beginners... also for women so you can connect with other folks.
So test ride, talk to people, be fearless and have fun - that's all you need to get started. Hey if you don't buy anything from the bike shop - that's OK because let's say you go out and get a used bike - well it's going to need some service right? So those guys better treat you right or you'll take your service/repair dollars elsewhere!!
Do you see? You have the power girl. This is cool. I am excited for you, so don't get all caught up in the details - just take it one step at a time: Get a bike, get a helmet and start riding.
You can invest in other stuff later - like baskets, lights, clothing etc. as you see fit!
OK good luck and see you in the bike lane!
Do a google search for Sheldon Brown's web page... he's no longer with us on this earth - but tons of resources for beginners and pros alike.
That's the right track - you definitely need a local bike shop that you trust. Don't be intimidated! People of all ages, shapes, colors and sizes can ride a bicycle.
The first thing you gotta do is tell yourself - you can do this. Tell yourself that a lot. You aren't going out to be Lance Armstrong so no need to add any extra pressure whatsoever.
You are simply going to ride a bike... something we've been doing since we were kids! It's going to be fun!
Now you need a bike. And really - almost any bike will do, but you might consider not jumping into the road cycling elite arena just yet. How about a nice comfortable commuter bike with straight handlebars and a padded seat. Then a helmet.
Guess what? YOU ARE READY!
OK, OK, I know, you probably want to know like brand, type, etc. And the bike shop suggestion is good because you want to test ride! You can't do that in a dept. store. And you really can't get more than a "toolshed" bike at a dept. store. You'd be surprised - bike shops are competitive with the big box stores -- and they have a service department so please start there!
Another thing to do - join a bike forum online! A lot of forums have sections just for beginners... also for women so you can connect with other folks.
So test ride, talk to people, be fearless and have fun - that's all you need to get started. Hey if you don't buy anything from the bike shop - that's OK because let's say you go out and get a used bike - well it's going to need some service right? So those guys better treat you right or you'll take your service/repair dollars elsewhere!!
Do you see? You have the power girl. This is cool. I am excited for you, so don't get all caught up in the details - just take it one step at a time: Get a bike, get a helmet and start riding.
You can invest in other stuff later - like baskets, lights, clothing etc. as you see fit!
OK good luck and see you in the bike lane!
Do a google search for Sheldon Brown's web page... he's no longer with us on this earth - but tons of resources for beginners and pros alike.
I have granddaughter 4 months old. Is there a proper, safe, bike helmet for this age?
sequim2005
They live in Florida, so it is biking is all the time. What helmet do you recommend? I am more concerned about safety not price. Cost not a problem. It takes a minute for a tumble and at this age, so vulnerable. Also what type and brand for a almost 5 year old.
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Don't you mean four YEARS old? If not, this would be neglectful on your part. Babies are not meant to ride at four months old. They do not have the correct muscles. Bicycling happens after they learn how to walk. Furthermore, they do not have sufficient motor skills at four months.
About the helmet: you can search for a child's helmet either online or at a bike shop. (Wal-Mart's selection is too limited). Find one for her size or age. It is better to bring a child to get one fit, that way it stays on better, and works better in a crash.
All helmets sold have to meet ANSI II standards, you will see the proof on the packaging. The reason why helmets can cost upward of $300 is because more money buys more vents (serious cyclists like ventilation).
Don't you mean four YEARS old? If not, this would be neglectful on your part. Babies are not meant to ride at four months old. They do not have the correct muscles. Bicycling happens after they learn how to walk. Furthermore, they do not have sufficient motor skills at four months.
About the helmet: you can search for a child's helmet either online or at a bike shop. (Wal-Mart's selection is too limited). Find one for her size or age. It is better to bring a child to get one fit, that way it stays on better, and works better in a crash.
All helmets sold have to meet ANSI II standards, you will see the proof on the packaging. The reason why helmets can cost upward of $300 is because more money buys more vents (serious cyclists like ventilation).
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What is the history envolving the use of bikers using duct tape as protectors?
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Mad About
I'm not taling about outlaw bikers, though it might have started with them. I recently ran across a photo of Brandon Lee and his bike, and he had duct tape on his boots and on his hands. And I just wondered where that originated.
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Cyclists sometimes use duct tape to keep out wind and cold by wrapping their feet and covering their helmet vents. Some also use it to help secure worn out velcro or shoe closures. I have no idea why anyone on a motorcycle would put it on their feet or hands, unless they got caught out with no boots or gloves and the tape was all they could find. But I suspect Brandon Lee has enough disposable cash to make sure that stuff is always available.
Cyclists sometimes use duct tape to keep out wind and cold by wrapping their feet and covering their helmet vents. Some also use it to help secure worn out velcro or shoe closures. I have no idea why anyone on a motorcycle would put it on their feet or hands, unless they got caught out with no boots or gloves and the tape was all they could find. But I suspect Brandon Lee has enough disposable cash to make sure that stuff is always available.
Can skateboard helmets be used for inline skate helmets?
Scrumdiliu
I know that there is a difference between bicycle helmets, skating helmets, skateboard helmets, and snowboarding helmets but I was wondering if skateboard helmets and skate helmets could be used as the same?
I am a new skater and I think it would be idea if I get skate pads, etc.
Also do you recommend a brand? I was looking at Walmart and they seemed pretty safe.
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There are two types of helmets: Bicycle and Multisport.
The names don't really describe the differences but are based on history of their development.
Bicycle helmets are lighter and usually have more air vents to keep you cool. They are usually more aerodynamically shaped. They are designed for the types of accident you get while moving forward and are good for rec/fitness/race skating.
Multisport helmets are designed for protection when there is more risk of hitting the back of your head such as skateboarding or doing tricks on skates or bikes.
They tend to be hotter because of lack of vents. They are tend to have a round shape and cover the back and sides of the head. The lining is made to protect if you hit another object on the way down (like a rail for grinding).
All helmets are only designed for one hard hit. They may not appear to be damaged but they may not protect well against a second hit.
For your skates, get the helmet appropriate for the type of skating you will be doing.
This goes for your pads also. The pads for aggressive and freestyle skating are thicker and cover more area than for rec/fitness/race skating.
For rec/fitness/racing skating, wrist guards are really important. You will almost always slide on your hands. However, I wear aggressive glove style wrist guards because they cover more skin in order to keep it intact.
Knee pads are more optional for "straight ahead" skating. When (not if) you fall, you should be sliding instead of falling straight down. The pads keep the skin from being scraped up. I have found that the scrapes are just below the knee and not just in the area that the pads cover. However, scrapes there heal faster and are not as painful while healing than ones on your hand. Tegaderm is a wonderful way to cover this kind of scrape. It keeps it moist so that you don't have the pain that happens when dry scabs crack and peal. It also is waterproof, can stay on for a week, and can cover large areas.
I have yet to know anyone who has significantly scraped up an elbow in straight ahead skating.
There are two types of helmets: Bicycle and Multisport.
The names don't really describe the differences but are based on history of their development.
Bicycle helmets are lighter and usually have more air vents to keep you cool. They are usually more aerodynamically shaped. They are designed for the types of accident you get while moving forward and are good for rec/fitness/race skating.
Multisport helmets are designed for protection when there is more risk of hitting the back of your head such as skateboarding or doing tricks on skates or bikes.
They tend to be hotter because of lack of vents. They are tend to have a round shape and cover the back and sides of the head. The lining is made to protect if you hit another object on the way down (like a rail for grinding).
All helmets are only designed for one hard hit. They may not appear to be damaged but they may not protect well against a second hit.
For your skates, get the helmet appropriate for the type of skating you will be doing.
This goes for your pads also. The pads for aggressive and freestyle skating are thicker and cover more area than for rec/fitness/race skating.
For rec/fitness/racing skating, wrist guards are really important. You will almost always slide on your hands. However, I wear aggressive glove style wrist guards because they cover more skin in order to keep it intact.
Knee pads are more optional for "straight ahead" skating. When (not if) you fall, you should be sliding instead of falling straight down. The pads keep the skin from being scraped up. I have found that the scrapes are just below the knee and not just in the area that the pads cover. However, scrapes there heal faster and are not as painful while healing than ones on your hand. Tegaderm is a wonderful way to cover this kind of scrape. It keeps it moist so that you don't have the pain that happens when dry scabs crack and peal. It also is waterproof, can stay on for a week, and can cover large areas.
I have yet to know anyone who has significantly scraped up an elbow in straight ahead skating.
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Kamis, 26 Desember 2013
What do I have to wear on a daily basis to ride my motorcycle?
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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.
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.
What would be a really good first sport bike for under 4,500 used? Would a 500/600 be too big?
I BIKE ON
Ive always wanted a bike, and i promised myself i would get one soon after i got my drivers license. I get my license soon, this coming April. I'm getting it relatively late, considering i will be 17 in may, but its not a big deal. Anyways, it just occurred to me the other day i haven't even considered the idea of getting a bike. I don't have a job at the moment, and its not a top priority, but i still want to start looking.
I really dont want anything smaller than a 300. I like 250s and all, but I have heard the extra 50cc's makes a big difference in the power over the 250. Please dont take me as a bonehead looking to go speeding down the main streets in my city, i just want something that has a little more power to work with.
So far the only 300 I have seen is the ninja, and it looks decent. I also got a quote from all state today ( with some false personal info) that tells me insurance would be less than 80 a month with a clean slate driving record. That doesn't look nearly as high as i thought it would be.
Are there any other 300s out there that would make a good first bike? Please don't exclude larger bikes because i am free to any recommendations ( You guys are probably stupid to recommend a 600 anyways). I was looking at cbr500r and apparently they aren't very popular, although i havent investigated as to why. Thanks!
PS: I happen to be a big fan of the cbr, ninja, and gsx-r. Im biggest fan of the ninja though, because my dad used to take me on rides on his zx11. Fun as hell. He set some good examples by taking me down a back road across the highway at 150 mph. Talk about scary shit, being on the back and all. All im saying, anything from those makes would be a good suggestion on a personal like scale.
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Ah.................................ok. SQUID. You're kidding right? Starting out with false info to insurance companies isn't a good start.
They probably won't pay your survivor benefits.
Wear a helmet.
Good luck.
Ah.................................ok. SQUID. You're kidding right? Starting out with false info to insurance companies isn't a good start.
They probably won't pay your survivor benefits.
Wear a helmet.
Good luck.
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Do kids need helmets to ride small plastic tricycles?
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Ivy has Tw
They would be riding them in our house, at the playground, and in our parking lot.
The pediatrician handout says to have them wear helmets on tricycles, but it just seems unnecessary to me. They are 2.5 years old and we are getting them their first trikes, so they will be small ones.
I just can't see how a child can get a head injury on a small low to the ground plastic tricycle?
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But any SMALL bump or knock can cause serious head injuries or brain problems.
We told our girls that if they wanted to go on bikes, trikes, roller skates, boards etc they have to wear a helmet.
Not only does it protect them, but it becomes second nature to wearing it. They have no problems wearing their helmet but a friend, who never really has made them wear them, has trouble now that they are that little bit older.
Better safe than sorry.
KD
But any SMALL bump or knock can cause serious head injuries or brain problems.
We told our girls that if they wanted to go on bikes, trikes, roller skates, boards etc they have to wear a helmet.
Not only does it protect them, but it becomes second nature to wearing it. They have no problems wearing their helmet but a friend, who never really has made them wear them, has trouble now that they are that little bit older.
Better safe than sorry.
KD
What steps do I need to take to bring my son into AMA motorcross racing?
softball4e
I have a 5 year old son and I would like him to get into ama racing. I know it is expensive, money isn't much of a problem, but I was wondering what steps I need to take to get him started in it, what age he start, and just things about gear and just general things i should know.
thanks!
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First of all, make sure that HE really wants to do it and it's not just you wanting him to do it, because once you're in, it's hard to get out.
You say he's 5? I think that's a little too young to start actually racing. He's the perfect age to get practiced up so that he can race when he's a little older. I started riding when I was 6 and started racing when I was 11. He could probably start racing when he's 7 or 8 if he really wanted to.
Getting into the racing crowd: Find out where some tracks are around where you live and he can start riding there and get the feel of what a racing track will be like. From there, go to your local dirt bike and ATV dealer and talk to them about local motocross leagues. They should be able to give you some names of people to get ahold of in order to get into racing.
If he doesn't already have a bike, figure out his weight and height and get him a bike he can use for practice, but as he grows, he'll need different bikes.
Gear: For gear, you're looking at up to $2,500 worth of gear. Once he gets into AMA, he'll have sponsors who will pay for some gear and bike stuff. Here's some ballpark prices on the gear he'll need:
Riding Pants: $50+
Jerseys: $40+
Helmet: $100+ (for a real nice one)
Goggles: $25+
Gloves: $10+
Boots: $90+
Racing & Practice bikes: The price of bikes depends on the model, motor size, etc.
Then you also have the price of gas, oil, bike parts, etc.
I think that's about all you really need to know to get started. Hope I helped!!
Good luck to you and your son!
First of all, make sure that HE really wants to do it and it's not just you wanting him to do it, because once you're in, it's hard to get out.
You say he's 5? I think that's a little too young to start actually racing. He's the perfect age to get practiced up so that he can race when he's a little older. I started riding when I was 6 and started racing when I was 11. He could probably start racing when he's 7 or 8 if he really wanted to.
Getting into the racing crowd: Find out where some tracks are around where you live and he can start riding there and get the feel of what a racing track will be like. From there, go to your local dirt bike and ATV dealer and talk to them about local motocross leagues. They should be able to give you some names of people to get ahold of in order to get into racing.
If he doesn't already have a bike, figure out his weight and height and get him a bike he can use for practice, but as he grows, he'll need different bikes.
Gear: For gear, you're looking at up to $2,500 worth of gear. Once he gets into AMA, he'll have sponsors who will pay for some gear and bike stuff. Here's some ballpark prices on the gear he'll need:
Riding Pants: $50+
Jerseys: $40+
Helmet: $100+ (for a real nice one)
Goggles: $25+
Gloves: $10+
Boots: $90+
Racing & Practice bikes: The price of bikes depends on the model, motor size, etc.
Then you also have the price of gas, oil, bike parts, etc.
I think that's about all you really need to know to get started. Hope I helped!!
Good luck to you and your son!
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Looking for customer reviews for Giro Indicator Sport Bike Helmet (Titanium, Universal Fit)?
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Where can I find reviews and opinions online for Giro Indicator Sport Bike Helmet (Titanium, Universal Fit)
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I bought this helmet last September. Excellent fit, very comfortable, light, and good ventilation. It's protection ability was tested yesterday when I hit a curb wrong and went flying - cracked the helmet & recieved 16 stiches to my eye but no concusion or other head injury... which really surprised the emergency room doctor. I'm buying the exact same model today as my...
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I bought this helmet last September. Excellent fit, very comfortable, light, and good ventilation. It's protection ability was tested yesterday when I hit a curb wrong and went flying - cracked the helmet & recieved 16 stiches to my eye but no concusion or other head injury... which really surprised the emergency room doctor. I'm buying the exact same model today as my...
How much are cycling machines?
Ignorance
I live in England
Also are there any good places to buy them from?
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Iâd say anywhere from $120 (cheap, noisy uncomfortable bad crappy one made in China that will break within a year) to $2,300 (sturdy commercial gym grade one).
If I had to buy a stationary bike for personal use, I would buy an Airgometer with moving handles (so you also get an upper body workout and your arms can help when your legs get tired). The one at Amazon.com is about $450 (new). I bought mine more than 20 years ago and it still works. The seat is hard so I added a gel seat cover. I even constructed a table (itâs just a long, thin book shelf that I put on long legs) to fit between the handles and my body so I can put books there and read...but more often than not, Iâm just watching TV while using my bike.
Buy a good quality bike and if money is an issue, pay it on a monthly basis (like I did 20 years ago) or borrow money to pay for it. Youâre better off with a good quality machine that will last for a long time than with some cheap crappy machine made in China, which is like throwing money out the window.
I donât live in England so I donât know about good places to buy them from.
I live in the US and little stores selling exercise equipment usually sell good quality products and the sale people are knowledgeable but the equipment is very expensive.
For bigger sports stores, you can try out the equipment thatâs on the floor (as nobody working there knows anything about any machines, so you have to figure it out for yourself). For cheap stores like Wal-Mart, you cannot even try out their crappy equipment made in China as they smartly store them on high shelves.
Some stores, like âPlay it Againâ sell used exercise and sports equipments. Like if a couple move in together and they both have exercise equipment, they get rid of some. Or if a kid outgrew his $80 ski helmet that he only used one weekend...then somebody will buy it for $10.
Do some research online. Find the bike that you need. Then read reviews from users about it. That goes for everything. I just bought a yogurt maker after reading great reviews about it (because I had no idea which one to buy) and it makes great yogurts.
You could also get lucky and find a used Airgometer online or in a thrift store in your neck of the wood.
Iâd say anywhere from $120 (cheap, noisy uncomfortable bad crappy one made in China that will break within a year) to $2,300 (sturdy commercial gym grade one).
If I had to buy a stationary bike for personal use, I would buy an Airgometer with moving handles (so you also get an upper body workout and your arms can help when your legs get tired). The one at Amazon.com is about $450 (new). I bought mine more than 20 years ago and it still works. The seat is hard so I added a gel seat cover. I even constructed a table (itâs just a long, thin book shelf that I put on long legs) to fit between the handles and my body so I can put books there and read...but more often than not, Iâm just watching TV while using my bike.
Buy a good quality bike and if money is an issue, pay it on a monthly basis (like I did 20 years ago) or borrow money to pay for it. Youâre better off with a good quality machine that will last for a long time than with some cheap crappy machine made in China, which is like throwing money out the window.
I donât live in England so I donât know about good places to buy them from.
I live in the US and little stores selling exercise equipment usually sell good quality products and the sale people are knowledgeable but the equipment is very expensive.
For bigger sports stores, you can try out the equipment thatâs on the floor (as nobody working there knows anything about any machines, so you have to figure it out for yourself). For cheap stores like Wal-Mart, you cannot even try out their crappy equipment made in China as they smartly store them on high shelves.
Some stores, like âPlay it Againâ sell used exercise and sports equipments. Like if a couple move in together and they both have exercise equipment, they get rid of some. Or if a kid outgrew his $80 ski helmet that he only used one weekend...then somebody will buy it for $10.
Do some research online. Find the bike that you need. Then read reviews from users about it. That goes for everything. I just bought a yogurt maker after reading great reviews about it (because I had no idea which one to buy) and it makes great yogurts.
You could also get lucky and find a used Airgometer online or in a thrift store in your neck of the wood.
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Rabu, 25 Desember 2013
Are their bicycle helmets that cover ur whole head?
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Everybody
I just want to know if their is because i hate those crappy hats called helmets because they wont protect ur jaw etc, also is it legal in california to wear a motorcycle helmet while riding a bicycle. i want to b protected, if their are helmets that cover ur head for bicycles what r they called? i mean when i look at a normal helmet i say thats a stupid creation it should protect ur whole head.
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Local
Bike helmets are designed by the Industry to meet the specific demands of the sport. The modern bike helmets are designed to meet the high speed impact, and to be light and cool. A necessity in such an aerobic sport. Thus maximizing protection and comfort without hampering performance.
You can ride your bike with a motorcycle, full face helmet on .... it will exceed the safety requirements, but if you intend to try to ride with it beware of the weight and the lack of ventilation. The weight will make your neck sore and tired, and the heat will build up very quickly and can cause heat exhaustion.
In the BMX section of Bike shops they will probably have a full face helmet that may be more kindly for your needs. I can say that I have raced for several decades. Had many racing and street falls, broken / separated shoulder, wrist, and endo's shattering my helmet(s).... but never have I had an injury to my jaw.... in fact I have never seen an injury to the jaw.
Check out the BMX stuff but if they don;t have the ventilation, live with a good standard helmet!
Soccerref
Local
Bike helmets are designed by the Industry to meet the specific demands of the sport. The modern bike helmets are designed to meet the high speed impact, and to be light and cool. A necessity in such an aerobic sport. Thus maximizing protection and comfort without hampering performance.
You can ride your bike with a motorcycle, full face helmet on .... it will exceed the safety requirements, but if you intend to try to ride with it beware of the weight and the lack of ventilation. The weight will make your neck sore and tired, and the heat will build up very quickly and can cause heat exhaustion.
In the BMX section of Bike shops they will probably have a full face helmet that may be more kindly for your needs. I can say that I have raced for several decades. Had many racing and street falls, broken / separated shoulder, wrist, and endo's shattering my helmet(s).... but never have I had an injury to my jaw.... in fact I have never seen an injury to the jaw.
Check out the BMX stuff but if they don;t have the ventilation, live with a good standard helmet!
Soccerref
Anything I have to know before cycling?
automaticS
I never ever ridden a bicycle before (I was that roller-blading guy when a kid). However, I want to get into it. Where should I buy a bicycle (i.e. in a specialised shop or on internet, etc)? What else (other than a bicycle and helmet) will I need? Is there anything I should know about learning? None of my friends ride a bicycle, so I guess I will have to learn it on my own.
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1. Never put your butt on the saddle without your helmet on your head, no matter where or how little you are riding.
2. Do not buy a bike at a department or toy store for any reason. Go to a local bike shop and have them match you with a bike appropriate for your needs. Wal-mart bikes are junk. A good bike will have some residual value. If you don't like cycling, you can sell the bike.
3. Everyone falls off their bike. I have been riding for 50 years and fell off my bike this year (being stupid and going too fast on a twisty path). When you fall off, the most important thing to do is to GET BACK ON and keep riding!
4. When starting, ride in loops close to your house. When you get tired, it will be a short distance back home. As you build more confidence and endurance, your loops can be longer and eventually become journeys.
5. Make sure you have a large size water bottle. Fill it with Gatorade or some other sports drink. It makes a big difference from water.
6. When riding roads, do it predictably. Stop at lights and stop signs. When stopped, make sure all the cars around you know your intentions, even if you are going straight. When a car is stopped at an intersection crossing your path, wave to the driver with a big smile on your face. You really want him to know you are there.
7. When you venture further from home, learn to fix a flat. You will need a spare tube, tire levers, and a pump. None of this costs very much. Your local bike shop will be glad to help you.
Hope this helps.
1. Never put your butt on the saddle without your helmet on your head, no matter where or how little you are riding.
2. Do not buy a bike at a department or toy store for any reason. Go to a local bike shop and have them match you with a bike appropriate for your needs. Wal-mart bikes are junk. A good bike will have some residual value. If you don't like cycling, you can sell the bike.
3. Everyone falls off their bike. I have been riding for 50 years and fell off my bike this year (being stupid and going too fast on a twisty path). When you fall off, the most important thing to do is to GET BACK ON and keep riding!
4. When starting, ride in loops close to your house. When you get tired, it will be a short distance back home. As you build more confidence and endurance, your loops can be longer and eventually become journeys.
5. Make sure you have a large size water bottle. Fill it with Gatorade or some other sports drink. It makes a big difference from water.
6. When riding roads, do it predictably. Stop at lights and stop signs. When stopped, make sure all the cars around you know your intentions, even if you are going straight. When a car is stopped at an intersection crossing your path, wave to the driver with a big smile on your face. You really want him to know you are there.
7. When you venture further from home, learn to fix a flat. You will need a spare tube, tire levers, and a pump. None of this costs very much. Your local bike shop will be glad to help you.
Hope this helps.
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How do bicycle helmets work?
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Forgetful
There is a "shell" and a "liner" in a bicycle helmet, right? what is the purpose of those things? Is the shell supposed to stop it from breaking or is the liner supposed to be crushed?
Simple language please.
thanks!!!!!
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There are variations depending upon the quality of the helmet and the purpose... for example, some DH helmets are practically MX helmets now but, in general...
Bike helmets have the liner and shell as you've mentioned, the liner actually does the majority of work in saving you from a fall. The shell is really just there to prevent things like stick and such on the tral from penetrating the liner and stabbing you in the head, or to keep the liner from coming apart on hard impacts. The liner is what handles the energy transfer that prevents you from sustaining severe injury. When you take an impact, the liner is supposed to get crushed... in doing so, it converts the kinetic energy (the energy of an object in motion) of the impact into thermal energy (heat) as the liner is crushed. Remember, energy can never be created or destroyed, it can only change forms... The type of material used in the liner and the overall quality of the helmet determine just how effective it is but that's the basic principle in ALL helmets actually. Most common helmets use an EPS liner, Expanded PolyStyrine, and are good for just one serious impact... Once the liner has been crushed, it no longer has the capacity to be crushed much further to allow for the conversion of energy needed to protect your head. Some other helmets use materials that allow the energy conversion to take place repeatedly and only need to be replaced if the shell material is compromised... these are typically MX helmets or very high-end downhill helmets.
Also, it's worth noting that essentially all bike helmets pass the same certifications so there isnt a whole lot of difference in protection between a $40 helmet and a $140 helmet... Most of the extra money that you pay goes into what was spent on R&D to figure out a way to incorporate more vents into the helmet without lessening the protection offered.
There are variations depending upon the quality of the helmet and the purpose... for example, some DH helmets are practically MX helmets now but, in general...
Bike helmets have the liner and shell as you've mentioned, the liner actually does the majority of work in saving you from a fall. The shell is really just there to prevent things like stick and such on the tral from penetrating the liner and stabbing you in the head, or to keep the liner from coming apart on hard impacts. The liner is what handles the energy transfer that prevents you from sustaining severe injury. When you take an impact, the liner is supposed to get crushed... in doing so, it converts the kinetic energy (the energy of an object in motion) of the impact into thermal energy (heat) as the liner is crushed. Remember, energy can never be created or destroyed, it can only change forms... The type of material used in the liner and the overall quality of the helmet determine just how effective it is but that's the basic principle in ALL helmets actually. Most common helmets use an EPS liner, Expanded PolyStyrine, and are good for just one serious impact... Once the liner has been crushed, it no longer has the capacity to be crushed much further to allow for the conversion of energy needed to protect your head. Some other helmets use materials that allow the energy conversion to take place repeatedly and only need to be replaced if the shell material is compromised... these are typically MX helmets or very high-end downhill helmets.
Also, it's worth noting that essentially all bike helmets pass the same certifications so there isnt a whole lot of difference in protection between a $40 helmet and a $140 helmet... Most of the extra money that you pay goes into what was spent on R&D to figure out a way to incorporate more vents into the helmet without lessening the protection offered.
Are bicyle rodeos effective in helping prevent bicyle injuries?
adru09
As we all know bicyle rodeos are programs design to teach children to to safely drive bicyles, wear helmets, check bicycles, etc. Im doing reseach in whether or not these programs actually help prevent these injuries that could happen for the lack of this knowlegde. My research has come out rather dry. I was wondering if anybody had numbers, statistics, or information that could help me out. Please and thank you.
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Well, I don't have any stats, but I do have personal experience.
I did a bunch of bike rodeo events when I was like 9-10, and just starting riding as a real hobby. My parents told me I had to do at least 3 of them before I could ride on the road. They really did help, because they teach you bike handling techniques, and teach you to ride through different conditions like narrow lanes, grass, rocks, etc. They set up an obstacle course at the end, and everyone had 2 chances to get the fastest time without knocking any of the cones down that they used to make the course. It was actually pretty fun, and looking back, it probably did help.
All in all, I say it definitely did help me. I guess it all depends on how much the kids actually pay attention during the class that regulates how effective it was.
Well, I don't have any stats, but I do have personal experience.
I did a bunch of bike rodeo events when I was like 9-10, and just starting riding as a real hobby. My parents told me I had to do at least 3 of them before I could ride on the road. They really did help, because they teach you bike handling techniques, and teach you to ride through different conditions like narrow lanes, grass, rocks, etc. They set up an obstacle course at the end, and everyone had 2 chances to get the fastest time without knocking any of the cones down that they used to make the course. It was actually pretty fun, and looking back, it probably did help.
All in all, I say it definitely did help me. I guess it all depends on how much the kids actually pay attention during the class that regulates how effective it was.
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Can you ride on the road on a bicycle in the UK without a helmet?
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John
Ive just bought a bike, and I was wondering if I could ride it on the road legally?
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Yes you can there is no law or legal requirement to wear a helmet. The reason you see most cyclists wearing a helmet is that if they roll into a hole in the road or there tire goes over a bump in the road they could lose control of the bike especially in a racer with the speed and the position you would be in it would be hard to not lose control of the bike. Even hitting a stone could cause you to fall or some lose pebbles on the road.
It is really suggested that you do get a helmet for you own safety.
Best of luck and have fun with your new bike.
Yes you can there is no law or legal requirement to wear a helmet. The reason you see most cyclists wearing a helmet is that if they roll into a hole in the road or there tire goes over a bump in the road they could lose control of the bike especially in a racer with the speed and the position you would be in it would be hard to not lose control of the bike. Even hitting a stone could cause you to fall or some lose pebbles on the road.
It is really suggested that you do get a helmet for you own safety.
Best of luck and have fun with your new bike.
Is it the law to wear a helmet while biking?
Q. I live in Vancouver, BC. What are the laws about bike safety?
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I wonder if they beat you over the head with batons if you refuse?
In the UK bicycle helmets are optional.
I wonder if they beat you over the head with batons if you refuse?
In the UK bicycle helmets are optional.
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Question for people who are experianced nurses/docs?
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JuliaShort
My mom is a nurse and doing a presentation on bicycle safety. (Wearing a helmet, etc...) We are already projecting pictures and my mom is doing a plastic-egg-filled-with-jelly drop as an example of someone not wearing their helmet and falling off their bike. She's also giving out coloring books to the younger ones. She's teaching two groups: 7th/8th graders and around 3rd/4th graders. Do you have any ideas on how to grab their attention and to make it more interesting? Thanks a bunch!
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Make it funny...include funny stuff in between the important messages. Nothing bores people more than a well-intended lecturer presenting morbid facts and examples...like the "look at these lungs" presentations to discourage smoking. If it bores adults, it will put kids to sleep! I taught girl scouts/brownies about horse care years ago. I invented a cartoon horse, drew cartoons on large poster boards, and included the important information in a story line. Those kids are now adults and when I run into them on occasion, every one of them talks about the adventures of "Dobbin" and how much they learned. Most importantly, they actually followed the precautions and still remembered them years later. My presentations were targeting girls around 10 years old, give or take (can't remember exactly). If I were your mom, I'd draw a face on the egg, name it, make a body and bike for it, and create a story line that is 50% funny and 50% facts. For 3rd and 4th graders I'd include their issues; for 7th and 8th graders I'd create a different story line...more teen issues. Maybe give the egg a cool hairdo...even a fan blowing it "in the wind" before the fall. Develop an introduction that prepares them to be bored...then shock them with funny and keep rolling. I'm also a nurse...and a very funny but effective college instructor...humor always worked for me, and my students actually enjoyed learning!
Make it funny...include funny stuff in between the important messages. Nothing bores people more than a well-intended lecturer presenting morbid facts and examples...like the "look at these lungs" presentations to discourage smoking. If it bores adults, it will put kids to sleep! I taught girl scouts/brownies about horse care years ago. I invented a cartoon horse, drew cartoons on large poster boards, and included the important information in a story line. Those kids are now adults and when I run into them on occasion, every one of them talks about the adventures of "Dobbin" and how much they learned. Most importantly, they actually followed the precautions and still remembered them years later. My presentations were targeting girls around 10 years old, give or take (can't remember exactly). If I were your mom, I'd draw a face on the egg, name it, make a body and bike for it, and create a story line that is 50% funny and 50% facts. For 3rd and 4th graders I'd include their issues; for 7th and 8th graders I'd create a different story line...more teen issues. Maybe give the egg a cool hairdo...even a fan blowing it "in the wind" before the fall. Develop an introduction that prepares them to be bored...then shock them with funny and keep rolling. I'm also a nurse...and a very funny but effective college instructor...humor always worked for me, and my students actually enjoyed learning!
Tell me of ways to be strange and unexpected?
Yordan Tac
Don't ask why, because even I can't give you an explanation. It's just one of those things that I feel necessary for my life. I just feel this way. Just give me your best shots and don't say stuff like yelling "Pancake!!!!" to random people on the street. Think unexpected, not crazy!
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I am an expert at the art of randomness:
1. Sing the Batman theme incessantly.
2. Go though the Mc Donald's drive through and tell them that you order is "to go"
3.Amuse yourself for endless hours by hooking a camcorder to your TV and then pointing it at the screen.
4. Talk only in a Wall-E voice
5. Stomp on little plastic ketchup packets.
6.Name your dog "Dog."
7.Declare your apartment an independent nation, and sue your neighbors upstairs for "violating your airspace."
8.Claim that you must always wear a bicycle helmet as part of your "astronaut training."
9.Erect an elaborate network of ropes in your backyard, and tell the neighbors you are a "spider person."
10.Adjust the tint on your TV so that all the people are green, and insist to others that you "like it that way."
11.Holler random numbers while someone is counting.
12.ONLY TYPE IN UPPERCASE.
13. As much as possible, skip rather than walk
14.Mow your lawn with scissors
15. Ask the waitress for an extra seat for your "imaginary friend."
16.Routinely handcuff yourself to furniture, informing the curious that you don't want to fall off "in case the big one comes."
17. Buy a large quantity of orange traffic cones and reroute whole streets.
18. Wear all your clothes inside-out or backwards.
19. when in an elavator, draw a circle on the floor and tell everyone that it is your "personal space"
20. Give a play-by-play account of a person's every action
I am an expert at the art of randomness:
1. Sing the Batman theme incessantly.
2. Go though the Mc Donald's drive through and tell them that you order is "to go"
3.Amuse yourself for endless hours by hooking a camcorder to your TV and then pointing it at the screen.
4. Talk only in a Wall-E voice
5. Stomp on little plastic ketchup packets.
6.Name your dog "Dog."
7.Declare your apartment an independent nation, and sue your neighbors upstairs for "violating your airspace."
8.Claim that you must always wear a bicycle helmet as part of your "astronaut training."
9.Erect an elaborate network of ropes in your backyard, and tell the neighbors you are a "spider person."
10.Adjust the tint on your TV so that all the people are green, and insist to others that you "like it that way."
11.Holler random numbers while someone is counting.
12.ONLY TYPE IN UPPERCASE.
13. As much as possible, skip rather than walk
14.Mow your lawn with scissors
15. Ask the waitress for an extra seat for your "imaginary friend."
16.Routinely handcuff yourself to furniture, informing the curious that you don't want to fall off "in case the big one comes."
17. Buy a large quantity of orange traffic cones and reroute whole streets.
18. Wear all your clothes inside-out or backwards.
19. when in an elavator, draw a circle on the floor and tell everyone that it is your "personal space"
20. Give a play-by-play account of a person's every action
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Do you think i have a chance against lance armstrong in a bicycle race?
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Q. I've been wearing my helmet for the past 2 weeks i think im ready
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Yeh man you as if you are in the 'groove' with the wearing helmet thing.
Yeh man you as if you are in the 'groove' with the wearing helmet thing.
How do I manage a cycling team?
mikeyngson
I belong to a bicycle racing team. Recently, I was chosen to be its Team Manager. What exactly are the duties and responsibilities of a Team Manager?
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Oh man, was that one of those deals where they ask for volunteers and everybody else takes a step backwards but you?
From your question, it sounds like this is a local club, so it's an unpaid job, right?
Here are some things you might think about:
- chief communicator and logistics - upcoming rides, races, clinics, get-togethers, handling questions w/ the promoter, who's going, who's driving, who's carpooling, who needs to borrow what equipment, who has the big toolkit and spares and pumps, where to stay if it's out of town, where do we stop for dinner, what do we need in the cooler for race day, etc. You'll want everybody's phone numbers and email. Stay organized!
"did everybody bring your shoes and helmets?" #1 forgotten item before races.
- sponsor go-between - keeping the sponsor updated as to results, exposure, races / events attended, by how many, etc. What are they getting for their money?
- Official keeper of the results - if the team has a "pay for results" system, you might be in charge of that. If that's somebody else's job, you should be the official person who gives results to him.
- Race / event day logistics, support, strategery. When's the first race, where's breakfast, what time do we get up, get ice for the coolers, get a good parking spot w/shade or bathrooms nearby, make sure everybody's there and ready to race, pin numbers, last minute tire pumping, get spare wheels to the pit w/ numbers on them, have handups ready, make sure everybody starts their race on time, etc. Lead a pre-race team meeting to plan strategery, if your team is that cohesive. IF you're not racing, watch breaks, give time checks and useful info, and take pictures.
Post-race, get the the wheels back (#1 lost item at races!) get the numbers or timing chips back to the promoter if they want them, get the results (use a digicam for proof), if any protests, help out with that (be aware of the time limits to protest results), get the vehicle(s) unlocked and the coolers ready, get everybody toweled off and changed, take some post-race notes / team meeting to review and learn, get outta Dodge.
Good luck...
Oh man, was that one of those deals where they ask for volunteers and everybody else takes a step backwards but you?
From your question, it sounds like this is a local club, so it's an unpaid job, right?
Here are some things you might think about:
- chief communicator and logistics - upcoming rides, races, clinics, get-togethers, handling questions w/ the promoter, who's going, who's driving, who's carpooling, who needs to borrow what equipment, who has the big toolkit and spares and pumps, where to stay if it's out of town, where do we stop for dinner, what do we need in the cooler for race day, etc. You'll want everybody's phone numbers and email. Stay organized!
"did everybody bring your shoes and helmets?" #1 forgotten item before races.
- sponsor go-between - keeping the sponsor updated as to results, exposure, races / events attended, by how many, etc. What are they getting for their money?
- Official keeper of the results - if the team has a "pay for results" system, you might be in charge of that. If that's somebody else's job, you should be the official person who gives results to him.
- Race / event day logistics, support, strategery. When's the first race, where's breakfast, what time do we get up, get ice for the coolers, get a good parking spot w/shade or bathrooms nearby, make sure everybody's there and ready to race, pin numbers, last minute tire pumping, get spare wheels to the pit w/ numbers on them, have handups ready, make sure everybody starts their race on time, etc. Lead a pre-race team meeting to plan strategery, if your team is that cohesive. IF you're not racing, watch breaks, give time checks and useful info, and take pictures.
Post-race, get the the wheels back (#1 lost item at races!) get the numbers or timing chips back to the promoter if they want them, get the results (use a digicam for proof), if any protests, help out with that (be aware of the time limits to protest results), get the vehicle(s) unlocked and the coolers ready, get everybody toweled off and changed, take some post-race notes / team meeting to review and learn, get outta Dodge.
Good luck...
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Selasa, 24 Desember 2013
What kind of bicycle would best fit my lifestyle?
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mipy
I am looking to buy a bike, preferably a BMX although I do not do tricks, but I would like to cruise around the city with my pals. I don't really want to spend over $120, but I do want some quality. Haro? Redline? Mongoose? Also, does spray painting the frame of a bike totally mess it up? Thanks everyone! :)
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BMX bikes are TERRIBLE for actually going anywhere. They're only good for tricks. Why are they terrible? They're completely designed for tricks, with a saddle that doesn't get in the way during tricks (not fit for riding comfortably), bars that come high for more controls during spins (you'll be stuck upright in the wind, good luck getting over 15mph or so), etc. You'll be standing up to pedal the whole way (uncomfortable for extended periods) and it'll just be a generally unpleasant experience. If you end up sitting on the saddle, you'll be one of those funny guys I see commuting with their knees hitting their chin on the upstroke of the pedal stroke, hah.
if you simply want to trot along at a casual pace with friends, get a cheap beach cruiser, which might be the only thing you can afford with $120.
If you actually want to *go* places, and go places quickly, you want a road bike. Vintage road bikes can be had for cheap, within your budget, but you'll be put over your budget with accessories (helmet: 20, lock: 20, lights for night riding: 20, random parts you'll need for old bike repair: 20ish). Plus you need to know what you're doing when you're shopping for used bikes.
I pass BMX/cruiser guys all the time on my 1987 Japanese road bike I picked up for $100 on craigslist, in need of about $30 worth of repair. Sometimes, I see those I pass start sprinting in some manly, testosterone-driven spur of the moment competition, but there's no way they ever catch up to me on my road bike with thin, high pressure, slick tires (less rolling resistance).
Also, you said you want 'quality.' There's no way in hell you're getting that with $120 worth of department store bike. Either spend a few weeks learning about bikes, and then buying a used one that'll suit you, get a friend to help you find a used one to suit you, or go to your local bicycle shop (LBS) and tell them your requirements. Your LBS is going to be your best friend if you go in with enough money.
BMX bikes are TERRIBLE for actually going anywhere. They're only good for tricks. Why are they terrible? They're completely designed for tricks, with a saddle that doesn't get in the way during tricks (not fit for riding comfortably), bars that come high for more controls during spins (you'll be stuck upright in the wind, good luck getting over 15mph or so), etc. You'll be standing up to pedal the whole way (uncomfortable for extended periods) and it'll just be a generally unpleasant experience. If you end up sitting on the saddle, you'll be one of those funny guys I see commuting with their knees hitting their chin on the upstroke of the pedal stroke, hah.
if you simply want to trot along at a casual pace with friends, get a cheap beach cruiser, which might be the only thing you can afford with $120.
If you actually want to *go* places, and go places quickly, you want a road bike. Vintage road bikes can be had for cheap, within your budget, but you'll be put over your budget with accessories (helmet: 20, lock: 20, lights for night riding: 20, random parts you'll need for old bike repair: 20ish). Plus you need to know what you're doing when you're shopping for used bikes.
I pass BMX/cruiser guys all the time on my 1987 Japanese road bike I picked up for $100 on craigslist, in need of about $30 worth of repair. Sometimes, I see those I pass start sprinting in some manly, testosterone-driven spur of the moment competition, but there's no way they ever catch up to me on my road bike with thin, high pressure, slick tires (less rolling resistance).
Also, you said you want 'quality.' There's no way in hell you're getting that with $120 worth of department store bike. Either spend a few weeks learning about bikes, and then buying a used one that'll suit you, get a friend to help you find a used one to suit you, or go to your local bicycle shop (LBS) and tell them your requirements. Your LBS is going to be your best friend if you go in with enough money.
How do bicycle helmets work?
Forgetful
There is a "shell" and a "liner" in a bicycle helmet, right? what is the purpose of those things? Is the shell supposed to stop it from breaking or is the liner supposed to be crushed?
Simple language please.
thanks!!!!!
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There are variations depending upon the quality of the helmet and the purpose... for example, some DH helmets are practically MX helmets now but, in general...
Bike helmets have the liner and shell as you've mentioned, the liner actually does the majority of work in saving you from a fall. The shell is really just there to prevent things like stick and such on the tral from penetrating the liner and stabbing you in the head, or to keep the liner from coming apart on hard impacts. The liner is what handles the energy transfer that prevents you from sustaining severe injury. When you take an impact, the liner is supposed to get crushed... in doing so, it converts the kinetic energy (the energy of an object in motion) of the impact into thermal energy (heat) as the liner is crushed. Remember, energy can never be created or destroyed, it can only change forms... The type of material used in the liner and the overall quality of the helmet determine just how effective it is but that's the basic principle in ALL helmets actually. Most common helmets use an EPS liner, Expanded PolyStyrine, and are good for just one serious impact... Once the liner has been crushed, it no longer has the capacity to be crushed much further to allow for the conversion of energy needed to protect your head. Some other helmets use materials that allow the energy conversion to take place repeatedly and only need to be replaced if the shell material is compromised... these are typically MX helmets or very high-end downhill helmets.
Also, it's worth noting that essentially all bike helmets pass the same certifications so there isnt a whole lot of difference in protection between a $40 helmet and a $140 helmet... Most of the extra money that you pay goes into what was spent on R&D to figure out a way to incorporate more vents into the helmet without lessening the protection offered.
There are variations depending upon the quality of the helmet and the purpose... for example, some DH helmets are practically MX helmets now but, in general...
Bike helmets have the liner and shell as you've mentioned, the liner actually does the majority of work in saving you from a fall. The shell is really just there to prevent things like stick and such on the tral from penetrating the liner and stabbing you in the head, or to keep the liner from coming apart on hard impacts. The liner is what handles the energy transfer that prevents you from sustaining severe injury. When you take an impact, the liner is supposed to get crushed... in doing so, it converts the kinetic energy (the energy of an object in motion) of the impact into thermal energy (heat) as the liner is crushed. Remember, energy can never be created or destroyed, it can only change forms... The type of material used in the liner and the overall quality of the helmet determine just how effective it is but that's the basic principle in ALL helmets actually. Most common helmets use an EPS liner, Expanded PolyStyrine, and are good for just one serious impact... Once the liner has been crushed, it no longer has the capacity to be crushed much further to allow for the conversion of energy needed to protect your head. Some other helmets use materials that allow the energy conversion to take place repeatedly and only need to be replaced if the shell material is compromised... these are typically MX helmets or very high-end downhill helmets.
Also, it's worth noting that essentially all bike helmets pass the same certifications so there isnt a whole lot of difference in protection between a $40 helmet and a $140 helmet... Most of the extra money that you pay goes into what was spent on R&D to figure out a way to incorporate more vents into the helmet without lessening the protection offered.
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Where can I find an infant helmet for atv safety?
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Girlz
I am trying to not only find a helmet for my infant but also a safety harness or something to make it safer for her where can i find this?
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I don't believe that any company out there makes a helmet for an infant, short of a bicycle helmet that may fit. There is no company that makes a safety harness for infants, or a harness/seat belt of any kind for an ATV. Reason being, what if you need to bail off because you lose control? I know I would not want to be strapped to an ATV. I have only had to "ditch" once and if I hadn't, it probably would have killed me if I was strapped to it. To be candid, if you lost control and had to ditch would you want the infant strapped to it...pretty good chances your infant would be crushed, especially if you are looking at a roll-over or tumble situation. Many states have laws against passengers on an ATV unless it designed for that purpose (Polaris makes one for example) or vehicles like the Yamaha Rhino.
Long story short, you are looking out for your infant. If you are going "putting around" with her, get a small bike helmet unless the child has a large head, then you should be able to find a small helmet at a motorcycle shop. They make helmets for the little ones that race in the 50cc class, but those kids are normally about 5. Next option is get something like a Yamaha Rhino. You do not want to strap your child to the ATV.....Righting a rolled ATV isone thingg, but not with a crushed child attached to it. Sorry, I know it is not the answer you are looking for, but it is the truth.
I don't believe that any company out there makes a helmet for an infant, short of a bicycle helmet that may fit. There is no company that makes a safety harness for infants, or a harness/seat belt of any kind for an ATV. Reason being, what if you need to bail off because you lose control? I know I would not want to be strapped to an ATV. I have only had to "ditch" once and if I hadn't, it probably would have killed me if I was strapped to it. To be candid, if you lost control and had to ditch would you want the infant strapped to it...pretty good chances your infant would be crushed, especially if you are looking at a roll-over or tumble situation. Many states have laws against passengers on an ATV unless it designed for that purpose (Polaris makes one for example) or vehicles like the Yamaha Rhino.
Long story short, you are looking out for your infant. If you are going "putting around" with her, get a small bike helmet unless the child has a large head, then you should be able to find a small helmet at a motorcycle shop. They make helmets for the little ones that race in the 50cc class, but those kids are normally about 5. Next option is get something like a Yamaha Rhino. You do not want to strap your child to the ATV.....Righting a rolled ATV isone thingg, but not with a crushed child attached to it. Sorry, I know it is not the answer you are looking for, but it is the truth.
Is there a difference in bicycle helmets?
c_schumack
I am looking through a bicycling catalog and the prices range from $25 to over $150 for bicycling helmets. I would assume they all have to meet guidelines for protecting your head - surely the more expensive ones will not protect it 5 times better. There seems to be a thing about the number of air vents. I notice the weight between them all is nearly the same. Other than air vents, what advantages would I notice as a user if I went with a mid priced helmet over the cheapest helmet?
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Weight, venting, and marketing make up the biggest differences in the cost of helmets. Helmets must meet the same standards, so the function of all the helmets is presumably equivalent. However, one way that manufacturers make some models less is expensive is to make less sizes. For example, using 2 molds instead of 3 saves the company development, manufacturing, and distribution costs, but it means less size options for you to get a helmet that fits well.
When it comes to comfort and safety, a good fit is the most important factor. More expensive helmets tend to come in a larger variety of sizes with more control over chin strap and back-of-the-head adjustments. I have found helmets with tensioning systems on the back of the helmet to be the most comfortable and to have the most secure fit.
Definitely go to a bike shop with lots of models and sizes in stock, and then try on a wide variety of options to see what fits your head and your wallet best.
Weight, venting, and marketing make up the biggest differences in the cost of helmets. Helmets must meet the same standards, so the function of all the helmets is presumably equivalent. However, one way that manufacturers make some models less is expensive is to make less sizes. For example, using 2 molds instead of 3 saves the company development, manufacturing, and distribution costs, but it means less size options for you to get a helmet that fits well.
When it comes to comfort and safety, a good fit is the most important factor. More expensive helmets tend to come in a larger variety of sizes with more control over chin strap and back-of-the-head adjustments. I have found helmets with tensioning systems on the back of the helmet to be the most comfortable and to have the most secure fit.
Definitely go to a bike shop with lots of models and sizes in stock, and then try on a wide variety of options to see what fits your head and your wallet best.
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What is the California state law on riding bikes with helmets?
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thename's
In California, is it required by law to wear a helmet while riding within neighborhood zones only?
where can I find an online source that has more information on this?
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Hey Thename,
Anyone under the age of 18 years of age has to wear a helmet while riding any bicycle, scooter, skates or skateboard on any PUBLIC roadway, highway, bicycle path or street. The key word is Public. If your neighborhood is located on a private roadway then the law does not apply on private land. Here is the California Vehicle Code section:
21212. (a) A person under 18 years of age shall not operate a bicycle, a nonmotorized scooter, or a skateboard, nor shall they wear in-line or roller skates, nor ride upon a bicycle, a nonmotorized scooter, or a skateboard as a passenger, upon a street, bikeway, as defined in Section 890.4 of the Streets and Highways Code, or any other public bicycle path or trail unless that person is wearing a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet that meets the standards of either the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), or standards subsequently established by those entities. This requirement also applies to a person who rides upon a bicycle while in a restraining seat that is attached to the bicycle or in a trailer towed by the bicycle.
(b) Any helmet sold or offered for sale for use by operators and passengers of bicycles, nonmotorized scooters, skateboards, or in-line or roller skates shall be conspicuously labeled in accordance with the standard described in subdivision (a) which shall constitute the manufacturer's certification that the helmet conforms to the applicable safety standards.
(c) No person shall sell, or offer for sale, for use by an operator or passenger of a bicycle, nonmotorized scooter, skateboard, or in-line or roller skates any safety helmet which is not of a type meeting requirements established by this section.
(d) Any charge under this subdivision shall be dismissed when the person charged alleges in court, under oath, that the charge against the person is the first charge against that person under this subdivision, unless it is otherwise established in court that the charge is not the first charge against the person.
(e) Except as provided in subdivision (d), a violation of this section is an infraction punishable by a fine of not more than twenty-five dollars ($25).
The parent or legal guardian having control or custody of an unemancipated minor whose conduct violates this section shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for the amount of the fine imposed pursuant to this subdivision.
(f) Notwithstanding Section 1463 of the Penal Code or any other provision of law, the fines collected for a violation of this section shall be allocated as follows:
(1) Seventy-two and one-half percent of the amount collected shall be deposited in a special account of the county health department, to be used for bicycle, nonmotorized scooter, skateboard, and in-line and roller skate safety education and for assisting low-income families in obtaining approved bicycle helmets for children under the age of 18 years, either on a loan or purchase basis. The county may contract for the implementation of this program, which, to the extent practicable, shall be operated in conjunction with the child passenger restraint program pursuant to Section 27360.
(2) Two and one-half percent of the amount collected shall be deposited in the county treasury to be used by the county to administer the program described in paragraph (1).
(3) If the violation occurred within a city, 25 percent of the amount collected shall be transferred to and deposited in the treasury of that city. If the violation occurred in an unincorporated area, this 25 percent shall be deposited and used pursuant to paragraph (1).
Added Ch. 1000, Stats. 1993. Effective January 1, 1994.
Amended Sec. 6, Ch. 674, Stats. 1996. Effective January 1, 1997.
Amended Sec. 1, Ch. 475, Stats. 2002. Effective January 1, 2003.
Kimber
Hey Thename,
Anyone under the age of 18 years of age has to wear a helmet while riding any bicycle, scooter, skates or skateboard on any PUBLIC roadway, highway, bicycle path or street. The key word is Public. If your neighborhood is located on a private roadway then the law does not apply on private land. Here is the California Vehicle Code section:
21212. (a) A person under 18 years of age shall not operate a bicycle, a nonmotorized scooter, or a skateboard, nor shall they wear in-line or roller skates, nor ride upon a bicycle, a nonmotorized scooter, or a skateboard as a passenger, upon a street, bikeway, as defined in Section 890.4 of the Streets and Highways Code, or any other public bicycle path or trail unless that person is wearing a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet that meets the standards of either the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), or standards subsequently established by those entities. This requirement also applies to a person who rides upon a bicycle while in a restraining seat that is attached to the bicycle or in a trailer towed by the bicycle.
(b) Any helmet sold or offered for sale for use by operators and passengers of bicycles, nonmotorized scooters, skateboards, or in-line or roller skates shall be conspicuously labeled in accordance with the standard described in subdivision (a) which shall constitute the manufacturer's certification that the helmet conforms to the applicable safety standards.
(c) No person shall sell, or offer for sale, for use by an operator or passenger of a bicycle, nonmotorized scooter, skateboard, or in-line or roller skates any safety helmet which is not of a type meeting requirements established by this section.
(d) Any charge under this subdivision shall be dismissed when the person charged alleges in court, under oath, that the charge against the person is the first charge against that person under this subdivision, unless it is otherwise established in court that the charge is not the first charge against the person.
(e) Except as provided in subdivision (d), a violation of this section is an infraction punishable by a fine of not more than twenty-five dollars ($25).
The parent or legal guardian having control or custody of an unemancipated minor whose conduct violates this section shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for the amount of the fine imposed pursuant to this subdivision.
(f) Notwithstanding Section 1463 of the Penal Code or any other provision of law, the fines collected for a violation of this section shall be allocated as follows:
(1) Seventy-two and one-half percent of the amount collected shall be deposited in a special account of the county health department, to be used for bicycle, nonmotorized scooter, skateboard, and in-line and roller skate safety education and for assisting low-income families in obtaining approved bicycle helmets for children under the age of 18 years, either on a loan or purchase basis. The county may contract for the implementation of this program, which, to the extent practicable, shall be operated in conjunction with the child passenger restraint program pursuant to Section 27360.
(2) Two and one-half percent of the amount collected shall be deposited in the county treasury to be used by the county to administer the program described in paragraph (1).
(3) If the violation occurred within a city, 25 percent of the amount collected shall be transferred to and deposited in the treasury of that city. If the violation occurred in an unincorporated area, this 25 percent shall be deposited and used pursuant to paragraph (1).
Added Ch. 1000, Stats. 1993. Effective January 1, 1994.
Amended Sec. 6, Ch. 674, Stats. 1996. Effective January 1, 1997.
Amended Sec. 1, Ch. 475, Stats. 2002. Effective January 1, 2003.
Kimber
What are the government proposed limits on "high risk" citizens?
towwwdothe
considering health care?
Will bungee jumping be covered? Will persons required to take specific classes and receive certification for certain sports? And will parent be put in prison for not providing their children with bicycle safety helmets which accidents cause increased cost for the community to take on as a burden?
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No, no and no to answer your questions.
FACT - the USA spends more on healthcare PER PERSON than any other nation on the planet.
FACT - the US has higher death rates for kids aged under five than western European countries with universal health coverage.
That means that a dead American four year old would have had a better chance of life if they were born in Canada, France, Cuba, Germany, Japan etc, all of which have universal health coverage.
I think the last link is of most use in addressing your concerns.
No, no and no to answer your questions.
FACT - the USA spends more on healthcare PER PERSON than any other nation on the planet.
FACT - the US has higher death rates for kids aged under five than western European countries with universal health coverage.
That means that a dead American four year old would have had a better chance of life if they were born in Canada, France, Cuba, Germany, Japan etc, all of which have universal health coverage.
I think the last link is of most use in addressing your concerns.
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