LyndsayJF
In Columbus, Ohio, they are considering making it illegal for kids under 18 to not have a helmet on when wearing a bike.
Well that's all fine and well I suppose... except that motorcyclists here in Columbus aren't even required to wear helmets!!!
Thoughts...?
Yeah, good point. I don't know. My dad rides a Harley... doesn't wear a helmet... probably won't unless they say he has to...
But I have nothing to worry about as long as little Billy on his training wheels is safe! ;)
Answer
Well obviously this situation has come about because of the different lobbying power of the motorcyclists and the kids (kids have none!). It could be a trojan horse law to make the motorbike situation look silly, and ease the introduction of compulsory motorbike helmets (there's always a bureaucrat who has an orgasm when the road toll goes down a bit).
The philosophical argument is that adults can make their own decisions, but we as a society have to protect children.
My own argument, as someone who ride both bicycles and motorbikes, is that motorbike helmets should be compulsory: lots of kids ride minibikes and need the example, it's VERY easy to die crashing a motorcycle, even at low speed, if you don't have a helmet. Evolution designed the human body to crash at running speed or less: about 20km/h. By the same token, it's actually very difficult to die crashing a motorbike if you have a helmet, at least up to speeds of 100+ km/h, depending on the circumstances of course.
Riding a bicycle on the other hand is far less dangerous and although a helmet's not a bad idea, it should not be compulsory. The helmet is an impediment, and expense, something to not lose and to carry around, all for a small gain in safety. Not worth it.
Socially, public health has to pay for dead and maimed motorcyclists. The 'my choice my freedom' argument has some power, but if helmet laws were repealed tomorrow in my town, the emergency room would fill up with (even more) smashed up motorcyclists. Best if this doesn't happen.
Well obviously this situation has come about because of the different lobbying power of the motorcyclists and the kids (kids have none!). It could be a trojan horse law to make the motorbike situation look silly, and ease the introduction of compulsory motorbike helmets (there's always a bureaucrat who has an orgasm when the road toll goes down a bit).
The philosophical argument is that adults can make their own decisions, but we as a society have to protect children.
My own argument, as someone who ride both bicycles and motorbikes, is that motorbike helmets should be compulsory: lots of kids ride minibikes and need the example, it's VERY easy to die crashing a motorcycle, even at low speed, if you don't have a helmet. Evolution designed the human body to crash at running speed or less: about 20km/h. By the same token, it's actually very difficult to die crashing a motorbike if you have a helmet, at least up to speeds of 100+ km/h, depending on the circumstances of course.
Riding a bicycle on the other hand is far less dangerous and although a helmet's not a bad idea, it should not be compulsory. The helmet is an impediment, and expense, something to not lose and to carry around, all for a small gain in safety. Not worth it.
Socially, public health has to pay for dead and maimed motorcyclists. The 'my choice my freedom' argument has some power, but if helmet laws were repealed tomorrow in my town, the emergency room would fill up with (even more) smashed up motorcyclists. Best if this doesn't happen.
Motorbike gear advice....?
Barry
Just a bit of advice really, I was just wondering what gear you all can recommend to buy for my first bike. It needs to be solid (obviously) and fairly cheap. My budget isn't great. I need to get into a shop and try it on before I purchase anything, but a bit of help would be great. I've been told to steer away from ebay.
Cheers
Answer
if you like your skin where it is, i highly recommend ATGATT- all the gear all the time
you want full coverage with CE rated armor
HELMET is number one- shop around, read reviews, try on MANY, and NEVER NEVER buy one used! i would suggest a full face helmet with an internal drop-down sun visor
leather is unnecessary unless you plan to engage in activites with a high liklihood of crashing (high speed wheelies, stoppies, high chairs, drifting, etc)
the only benefit of leather vs synthetics is that leather can be reused after a high speed/ violent crash, synthetics are usually destroyed
check out cyclegear.com or go to a shop if you have one locally
all my gear i've gotten from my local cycle gear
gloves (mesh for summer, waterproof for winter)
pants (w removable air panels)
mesh jacket
vented mx boots (with waterproof covers)
thermal base layer
helmet (modular w internal visor)
cooling base layer for extra hot days
-all black synthetics (except gloves) with CE rated padding for under $600
one complete layer alone was less than $450- helmet (100), jacket (80), pants (100), gloves (40), and boots (120)
all my gear (except thor boots) is of cycle gear's in house brands- bilt (5 yr NQA warranty) or sedici (lifetime NQA warranty)
i've been very pleased so far with the design and quality of cycle gear's protective apparel- i've only replaced the waterproof gloves after a few years because they were leaking. they grabbed a new pair off the shelf and i was on my way with no hassle
they also have leather gear and full suits, i just wasn't interested in the extra expense/ weight/ lack of flexibility
stay clear of ebay because you can't inspect or try on first- craigslist is a good resource, but i would avoid any synthetics that look like they've taken a spill already
if you like your skin where it is, i highly recommend ATGATT- all the gear all the time
you want full coverage with CE rated armor
HELMET is number one- shop around, read reviews, try on MANY, and NEVER NEVER buy one used! i would suggest a full face helmet with an internal drop-down sun visor
leather is unnecessary unless you plan to engage in activites with a high liklihood of crashing (high speed wheelies, stoppies, high chairs, drifting, etc)
the only benefit of leather vs synthetics is that leather can be reused after a high speed/ violent crash, synthetics are usually destroyed
check out cyclegear.com or go to a shop if you have one locally
all my gear i've gotten from my local cycle gear
gloves (mesh for summer, waterproof for winter)
pants (w removable air panels)
mesh jacket
vented mx boots (with waterproof covers)
thermal base layer
helmet (modular w internal visor)
cooling base layer for extra hot days
-all black synthetics (except gloves) with CE rated padding for under $600
one complete layer alone was less than $450- helmet (100), jacket (80), pants (100), gloves (40), and boots (120)
all my gear (except thor boots) is of cycle gear's in house brands- bilt (5 yr NQA warranty) or sedici (lifetime NQA warranty)
i've been very pleased so far with the design and quality of cycle gear's protective apparel- i've only replaced the waterproof gloves after a few years because they were leaking. they grabbed a new pair off the shelf and i was on my way with no hassle
they also have leather gear and full suits, i just wasn't interested in the extra expense/ weight/ lack of flexibility
stay clear of ebay because you can't inspect or try on first- craigslist is a good resource, but i would avoid any synthetics that look like they've taken a spill already
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