Helmets on bicycles but not motorcycles... what?!? Opinions Please!!!?

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! ;)

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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 The 'my choice my freedom' argument has some power, but if helmet laws were repealed tomorrow in my town, the emergency room would fill up with (even more) smashed up motorcyclists.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.

In California to legally operate a bicycle that also has a small motor, is a Drivers license required? Helmet?

Mike

Do I need a license? Some say I do, some say it I do not. What about a helmet? Please, I would like a real answer.

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most states (im not 100% shure caly is one of them, but i am pretty shure it is) require a small motor vheicle operators license to operate anything with a motor on a public street, a helmet is a safty thing, and i would reccomend one even if it is not, but some states say if you are under 21 you need one, over is optional, and the rest say it is required nomatter what age you are

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Do you guys travel by bicycle nowadays?

Lovely Rit

I'm 19 years old, live in the metro area and there really aren't any sidewalks anywhere!
I want to buy a bicycle and start traveling around in it because I want to save gas money.
Do any of you guys bicycle nowadays?
Literally NO ONE bicycles where I live since there aren't any sidewalks.
How would I travel?
On the road?
Do you guys wear helmets?
It wouldn't be a sports bicycle just a normal bicycle with a basket in the front.
It's about 100 degrees F outside, could I wear a hat?
Any tips for me?

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I do NOT own a car. I travel by bicycle everywhere! Yes, I wear a helmet. Yes, I ride on the streets because that's where "vehicles" belong. A bicycle is a legal street vehicle in all 50 states, Canada & all over Europe. Get a good, well ventilated helmet. Ride in the early, early morning or evening. Do NOT wear a hat that traps in heat. Buy a good set of bicycle lights for traveling after dark or before sunrise. http://ecom1.planetbike.com/3047.html

Get a good helmet mirror - http://www.safezonemirror.com/

Read ALL of Bicycling Street Smarts - http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm
Knowledge is best protection for bicyclists - https://www.stlbeacon.org/#!/content/14234/knowledge_is_best_protection_for_bicyclist

Other (video) links below...

What is the fee for not wearing a bicycle helmelt in arnoldsville,athens,winterville,crawford-lexington,/?

Casey Lee

continuing the question: georgia usa, I am 20 years old, do i need to wear a bicycle helmet if i ride a bicycle and if i don't wear a helmet how much would the fee be if i get caught not wearing a helmet.? use the cities above to answer the question.

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You can't find out locally on your own? Each community or city sets up their own laws regarding bicycle helmets. Start making phone calls.

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Cycling helmets. Any brand make a big helmet? I have a Giro that says one size fits all but it doesnt.?

4thtennenb

I had to cut out parts of the foam...yeah...I know how unsafe etc etc... but any brands that have a 'large' large?

My head isn't super huge, so Id imagine theres some larger sized helmets out there.

Road helmets....for pedal bikes please...

Note your personal experience please...

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i have a friend with i pretty big head. i told him to look at Specialized helmets...he liked the fit, but didn't fit his budget... i suggest you also look at them.. or Bell

i my self ware a Specialized helmet...

How much should I spend on bike gear for a 125cc?

Ben

I am soon 17 and I am getting a 125 (Aprilia RS or similar) I am wondering how much to budget for bike gear. I am planning on wearing helmet, textile jacket, kevlar jeans, riding gloves and riding boots. How much do you think I should spend and do you have any particular recommendations?

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I wouldn't set yourself a budget.

I ride a 125, and currently wear Helmet (£90), Textile Jacket (£100), Kevlar Jeans (£80), Gloves (£40), and a pair of normal boots. So, it doesn't have to cost the earth - I know guys who spend more than all of that put together on just a helmet.

Go out, try things on, and get what feels and fits best. If it's cheap, great. If it's a bit more expensive, so be it.

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Does anyone know is a bike helmet could save a child's life if that child was hit by a car?

The Jolly

I know that bike helmets are essential and absolutely prevent head injuries when a child falls off a bike (assuming it fits properly and buckled, etc.)

But would a kid stand a chance if hit by a car and wearing a helmet?

In case your're wondering this question was prompted by an 8 year old being killed on his bike yesterday. He was riding with his father but he had no helmet on when a van struck him. :'(
Really? A helmet only protects the head? Well who whuda thunk it?

For chrissake, I know that. He died of a head injury. I'm asking if helmets are designed to protect in a big impact like that.

It's only dubious to a moron. I have my own child and these issues are important to me.

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Sorry to hear of the accident, that's sad. I'm not good at delivering bad news, so please bear with me on this

Whilst it's tempting to say that "a helmet would have saved his life", it's not always the case. Bike helmets are made of polystyrene foam which is supposed to absorb some of the impact - essentially flattening the roundness of the head to make a bigger contact point at the point of impact, thus reducing the forces on that part of the head. As bicycling is an aerobic exercise (as opposed to motorcycling, which involves you sitting on the motorbike and not much else, at least activities-wise), a bicycle helmet needs to be ventilated or we'd overheat and pass out.

A bike helmet is supposed to be able to reduce injuries to a person falling off their bike from a height of <4 feet at a speed of <12mph. This essentially means a kid falling off his/her bike without any additional forces being exerted, as you've mentioned.

In the case of a van hitting the kid, this immediately takes the helmet out of its certification zone. This hurts to say this, but it's unlikely that the helmet would have made much difference given how they're designed to operate. One other thing to be aware of is that many helmet-certification tests allow the helmet to be taped to the test rig as well as strapped how it should be worn. This is clearly not something we'd do, and nor are we supposed to do it. When independently tested by a UK consumer magazine, many helmets failed to meet the standard (in this case EN1078, for Europe) they were supposedly certified to.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

What is the California state law on riding bikes with helmets?

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

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Biking with a four month old?

tessy

I've been wanting to bike for transportation more, to save gas and whatnot, and I have a four month old baby. She can sit up unassisted. At what age can children ride in the little trailers that hook behind bikes? When can they ride in the seats that are on top? Are there any other ways to bike with a baby?

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I have both a bike trailer and a bike seat and both products said in the manuals not to use before 1 year old. Even if your daughter can sit up by herself having a helmet on her head will through her off balance. Its also very difficult to find a helmet that will fit a baby, last year I had trouble finding one that would fit my 1 year old, there's no way it would fit a 4 month old.

bicycle helmet laws.ca?

JOSE J

does a bicycle rider over 18 yrs old require a
helmet by law

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Hey Jose,

Here is the whole enchilada on the California bike helmet law. 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 = )

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Bike helmet instead of riding helmet.... will pick a B.A.?

jellybean

I ride western and don't ware a helmet. My 7 year old daughter wants to start learning how to ride, and of coarse must ware a helmet! I have not yet bought one for her, but I am going to. The horse that she'll start learning on is my soon to be 16 yro gelding, he is very well behaved and I trust him, but anything can happen and I want my girl to be safe just incase... So my questions are
#1. Could she ware her bike helmet for now, just untill I get her a proper helmet? Or is that a bad idea?

#2. How much do kids helmets cost? It wouldn't matter if it's english or western... It's just to protect her head, but she will be riding western too :)

Thanks in advance for the advice... And please no mean or rude or stupid answers!
*donald your an idiot! There are western styled riding helmets. There are even cowboy hat helmets, look it up you prick! And there is nothing "creepy" about the way I talk about my girl! " It's just to protect her head, but she will be riding western too" what I meant was that I don't care what type of style the helmet is, english or western... I don't really care how it looks cause I just want it to protect her head you moron! Then I stated that she'd be riding western, because then ppl would probably recommend western styled helmets!


*the christ puncher did you even read the question... Or do you like to randomly answer questions that you know nothing about and leave dumbass answers? She has JUST taken an interest in riding... Like yesterday! I am going to buy her a proper helmet as I CLEARLY stated, I just haven't had time to go buy one.... Do us all a favor, quit answering questions on y answers and go play in traffic ;)


I love my daughte

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1. No. Most children's bike helmets are little more than styrofoam with a decorative plastic shell. They will protect your child's head from short falls at slow speeds, considering that children on bikes generally don't end up going, say, 30 miles per hour. A bicycle helmet will do little to protect your child's head in the event of a fall from a horse. Go get her an ASTM-SEI certified horseback riding helmet.

2. Depends on the helmet brand, some are cheap some are wicked expensive. Troxel tends to be on the cheaper side as far as pricing goes. Just make sure you get her an ASTM-SEI certified helmet, a brand new one, and whatever price you pay you will know it is adequate to protect your child's head.

Are Skate helmets safer than bike helmets?

slicker dr

I ride a bike & would like to know

skate
http://www.prosportuk.com/images/prodimages/5/skate%20helmets/17.jpg

bike
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Bike helmets don't offer much back of the head protection. Almost all impacts on a road bike are to the forehead and temple, so most road cycling helmets are designed for that. The backs of those style helmets are designed more for aerodynamics and cooling, rather than optimal impact protection. Standard MTB (not DH/fullface) helmets are a little better, since there's a slightly greater chance of hitting the back of your head, and aerodynamics aren't as much of a concern. But for back of the head protection, you want as round a shape as possible, which is why BMX, DH, and skate helmets are shaped that way.

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Is it common to ride bicycle even in cold seasons in Burnaby/Vancouver?

cherry ber

I am going to live in Burnaby. Is it safe and common to ride bike in December, January and February? are there bike trails everywhere in Burnaby for students?

And where in Burnbay you recommend for buying a good bicycle (prefarably with reasonable price too).

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It's not uncommon for people to ride all winter. I ride my bike almost every day, winter included. The biggest challenge is staying dry enough for it to be comfortable. I have a set up I use that keeps me completely dry from the rain, and dry from sweat if my ride is under about 20 minutes.

For the best deal on buying a QUALITY bicycle, I'd recommend heading into Vancouver to the Mountain Equipment Coop. You can go to Zellers and such stores like that, but if you're going to ride regularly, especially in winter, you'll end up spending far more in repairs and have a less enjoyable bicycle than if you just get a good one to begin with. You can't afford a cheap bike. If you want to get a bike in Burnaby only, check out The Bike Doctor near Metrotown. You'd have the advantage of having your dealer closer by for repairs and such. But they'll service your bike anyways if you buy it from somewhere else, of course. MEC is probably the most affordable though for the quality. This is a great time of the year to buying a bike from anywhere mind you as most places offer big discounts on bikes in the fall and winter.

For safety, I would say it is safe if you have a good setup and you ride in a safe manner. If you've been a vehicle driver in the past, that will help as you'll be able to better anticipate traffic flows, etc. Stay on the roads and off sidewalks as vehicles in intersections don't look to the sidewalks for traffic (as you are on your bike.) Unless of course you find a good pathway off the road entirely. Ride in a straight line, don't swerve to the right every time there's a space between cars. It is safer to go straight so cars can anticipate where you are and avoid hitting you. Keep a safe distance from parked cars as drivers will occasionally open their doors without looking. Riding into a door could be devastating with a neck or knee injury. If you stay far enough away, this won't be an issue. Let the driver wait to pass you when it's safe rather than putting yourself too close to the cars. Move to quieter side streets if this is an issue. Follow the link down below for good bicycle route maps around the lower mainland. You can get small, foldable credit card size maps from bike stores with maps of the area. Also a mirror that attaches to the end of your handle bar is really great for comfort and safety. Seeing the cars approach you and you can glance just to make sure they're giving you enough room, (they almost always do.)

Be well lit up. I would recommend having a good bright white light for the front. (don't go for cheap here. minimum $35-$40 at a small dealer, or minimum $25 at MEC.) Get a good bright red rear light too. White in the front, red in the back. Using other colours at either end can trick a dozy driver into thinking you're heading away from them if you had a red light in the front for instance. Change the batteries often enough to avoid having them dim on you making you less visible on the road.

Get a good reflective, bright waterproof jacket. Wear a helmet of course.



Here are some tips for having your ride on the rainy days be more comfortable.

Boot/shoe covers that are wonderful for keeping your feet dry while riding. Waterproof pants of course. I don't bother with the waterproof/breathable pants for riding as they're not as durable as the waterproof/non-breathable pants and the WP/B ones will lose their breathability anyways unless you treat them regularly. Legs don't sweat too much anyways, compared to the upper body anyways, which is why I recommend getting waterproof breathable for a jacket. I've found the thicker/more-expensive waterproof materials in the jacket to be better at keeping the rain out and getting the moisture out (ie, simply being able to stay dry.)

The hands are another thing to keep dry. Most gloves aren't so great at this. If you get a waterproof breathable, fingerless outer mitt, which is designed as an outerlayer for snowsports, I've found that they work really well at keeping my hands dry in winter rain. The lack of the fingers isn't really a big deal at all on the bike as you can get all four fingers to the breaks in a split second anyways - faster than a foot to a brake pedal in a car.

Another huge way to keep comfortable on the bike is to get the quick-drying synthetic shirts. If you're not familiar with them, they're quite thin and they only hold like 10% of their weight in water (sweat) and a regular cotton shirt will hold like about 400 or 500% of its weight. They way you'll notice this is by feeling dry out there even when you've been sweating a bunch. In the days before these shirts were available, I'd go around running errands and such and feel kind of icky from wearing a sweaty shirt for much of the day. Now I don't feel it at all. Just comfort. These shirts are expensive most places you go, like up to about $50, unless you go to MEC, they start at about $8 last I checked, with decent quality. The long sleeved ones are

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Good first starting bike?

spirk

I have been contemplating my first motorcyle and I have basicly decided to get a ninja 250. I wanted the 600 but after reading forums, i realize that it's way to much power for starters. I just wanted to know if there were any other good bikes out there for starters. I'm still open to suggestions.

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Buy something used and inexpensive for a starter bike.

Look for something old but not too old. You don't want something so old that it is a junker, but not something so new that you'll feel bad if you lay it down.

Look for something in the 250 - 500 CC engine size. This will be powerful enough so you don't get bored too soon, but not so fast that you will be afraid of it.

Look for a Standard or Cruiser bike for your first bike. They are more forgiving and usually have less power than a Sport Bike with the same size engine. Although Cruisers are heavier than other bikes, they have the lowest center of gravity and are easy to balance considering their weight. Balance is more important than weight for your first motorcycle. In addition, if you compare specifications, using 600CC bikes for example, a Cruiser will weigh about 5% to 7% more than a comparable sized Sport Bike. Not really enough weight to make all that much difference. It is the 1200cc + size Cruisers that are heavy.

Stay away from the Sport Bikes for your first bike as they require more skill. Going with a Sport Bike for your first bike is like getting a Formula 1 race car for your first car, not a good idea. Any decent Sport Bike can go from zero to deadly faster than you can say "Oh Sh**". Also used Sport Bikes tend to be more abused.

Consider the fit of the motorcycle. People come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes. So do motorcycles. When selecting a motorcycle consider how well it fits your body. Ask yourself how well you can put both feet flat on the ground. Ask yourself how well the seating position feels. Do you have to reach too far to the handlebars? Riding hunched over can get uncomfortable very fast. Is the foot peg location comfortable? Does the bike feel too big or too small? An uncomfortable motorcycle won't be much fun to ride for any amount of distance. However, a bike that fits you well will be lots of fun.

In general, Cruisers will have a shorter seat height than most other bikes. You may want to consider this if you are a short person.

Avoid buying over the Internet. I would never buy a motorcycle sight unseen. You could very easily end up paying too much for junk. Always do a visual inspection and test ride before buying a motorcycle. When you go to look at the bike, bring a helmet. If you do not have your motorcycle license yet, bring a friend with a motorcycle license and 2 helmets.

Watch the classified section of your local news paper. Some locations have shopper magazines with used motorcycles in your area. Reasonably priced used bikes are out there. Be patient. Don't buy too quickly, but if you find one you like, buy it right away. Unfortunately, as the price of gas rises so will the price of used motorcycles. If you find a good starter bike, don't hesitate as they can sell quickly.

Don't get hung up on any particular brand. All of the name brands are about the same. Pay more attention to the bike's condition. If any one brand were really superior to all other brands, this would be the only brand bike on the road. In addition, if any brand bike was really inferior to the other brands, nobody would buy them and the company would be out of business.

Learn on this bike. Make your mistakes on it. You will make mistakes. Nearly all new riders will lay their bike on its side at least once. Would you rather make your mistakes on an older bike or your nice shiny expensive new bike? Some additional advice. Sport Bikes have lots of expensive to replace plastic fairings. Dropping a Sport Bike, even at low speed, can get very expensive, very fast.

The most important thing you should do when getting your first bike is to take an accredited motorcycle safety course. Keep an open mind during the course. You just might learn something that may save your life some day.

After you have been riding a while and gain some experience, you can sell your starter bike and get the bike you really want. If maintained properly and not abused, you won't lose too much money on your starter bike. Put the money from the sale towards the bike you really want. By this time, you will have figured out what style bike best suits your riding style and needs. Even a Sport Bike if this is what turns you on.

If you settle on a Sport Bike for your next bike, avoid the used ones. Young riders think they are racers on racing bikes and tend to beat the crap out of them so they are likely to be more abused. So if considering a Sport Bike, consider something new.

I know I used variations of this answer before. However, I feel this is good advice.

Use your head while riding. Remember, on a motorcycle Stupid Hurts.

Have fun - Ride safe

Where can I buy a bike helmet for a toddler in Metro Manila, Philippines?

teacher's

We have a 2 year old son, and we're buying him a little trike for Christmas. Now we want to get him a cute bike helmet to go with it. If you'd happen to know where I can buy bike helmets with kiddie designs that can fit kids' heads that would be great. :) Thanks!

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Go downtown at Quiapo(where i bought most of my road and mountain bike parts). The opposite side of the church where the road goes towards España. 10 bicycle stores you can choose from. Also at Cartimar, lots of bicycle stores too. If you prefer airconditioning convinience go to SM Manila's sports stores.

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P.E. Assignment Help! Mountain Biking and Hiking?

Kaitlyn112

We need to answer these questions to Mountain Biking and Hiking.
1. What is the history of the activity? (How did it start? Has it evolved over time?)
2. Find and give information about where you can participate in this activity? (If there are multiple please choose at least 2 examples)
3. What kind of experience do you need to participate?
4. What kind of equipment do you need to participate?
5. What precautions do you need to take in order to be safe (ex. wear a helmet)?
6. What are the benefits of being involved in this activity? (Physical, social, or emotional)

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Talk about being lazy. The Internet does have these wonderful tools called "search engines" ya know.
http://www.google.com/
http://www.bing.com/
http://search.yahoo.com/
1. What is the history of the activity?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mountain_biking#History
2. Find and give information about where you can participate in this activity?
Google "mountain bike trails" in your zip code or city.
3. What kind of experience do you need to participate?
None
4. What kind of equipment do you need to participate?
A damn good bicycle from a REAL bicycle shop, helmet, water bottle cage & bottle, under-seat bag with spare tube, tire levers, folding hex-head tool & frame pump.
5. What precautions do you need to take in order to be safe?
Helmet - maybe cycling gloves - padded cycling shorts for comfort
6. What are the benefits of being involved in this activity?
Better cardiovascular system, toned legs & butt, meet new friends and being outside in sunshine & fresh air is a proven psychological advantage compared to being inside all the time.

Is all this debate about experience because neither side wants to admit that?

Sean "Mana

Obama and Palin have very little experience?

Well,I'm an Obama supporter,and you heard it hear first. He does not have a whole lot of experience.He is quite possibly one of the most inexperienced candidates to run in modern history.

Having said that I also think Palin does not have a whole lot of experience.She does have executive experience by being a mayor and governor while Obama has legislative experience by being in the state legislature and the Senate.

Whether or not who has more experience is debatable.

I mean while Obama does have legislative experience,but he has voted present over 100 times in the state legislature. And her being mayor over a small city with very little population compared to the majority of some small towns isn't hardly anything to brag about.

So can we just admit that they both don't have experience so that we can just stop arguing about who has more experience? Obviously,both sides are contradicting each other by whining about the other side
@ Truthseeker,good and fair point :]

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Yes we can.
But McCain just handed Obama a sure win.

A soccer Mom that got a bicycle helmet and bike with a cage for her 6000 population city??
Come on now.
When is McCain going to come out with the real VP choice.

Backed Pat Buchanan in the year 2000?
That taught pro-creation?

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Bicycle Helmets.....?

RaLoh

We have 5 active children and they live in their bike helmets.... the rule in our house is "if it has wheels you had better be wearing a helmet". Bicycle helmets are required by Law here in NYS and it amazes me how many children come to my house without them. If they are at our home without a helmet they are not allowed on their bikes.

Is there a place I can contact for free bike helmets?? I would love nothing more than to make sure every kid in my town has one.... and wears it. Even though it is a law, it is not enforced, which kills me.

Thank you in advance for any information.

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Contact some of your local bicycle clubs; I've seen some run fundraisers to donate helmets to kids.

But, sounds like these aren't "poor kids" but jsut that their parents don't enforce a helmet rule like you do. Why not just talk to Mom n Dad?

Or, you could go to any big discount store and find plenty of helmets under $20 each.

What is the difference between a bicycle helmet and a skateboarding or scooter helmet?

Tyou

I have a 5 year old son. I need to get him a helmet for his bicycle, and scooter. I notice at the stores they have bicycle helmets and then they have a helmet for all other activieties. Why? Which is best?

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a bicycle helmet covers mainly the top part of the head while a skateboarding helmet covers a larger area of the head including the sides. I would reccomend a skateboard helmet for a five year old. Make sure he's comfortable with the helmet(not too loose, not too tight)

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Paraphrasing this sentence?

katherine

Help paraphrasing this?

xx

Of the more than 1000 bicycling deaths each year, three fourths are caused by head injuries. Half of those killed are school age children. One study concluded that wearing a bike helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85%. In an accident, a bike helmet absorbs the shock and cushions the head.

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Seventy-five per cent of the one thousand bicycling mortalities each year are due to head injuries, and fifty percent of those deaths include children. A study has shown that the prescience of a bike helmet, which cushions the head and absorbs shocks, can reduce head injury risk by eighty-five per cent.

I could use some help with paraphrasing....?

Tom J

We were given several paragraphs to paraphrase. To make sure I'm on the right track, can you please identify if I have paraphrased this short paragraph accordingly?

Original:
Of the more than 1000 bicycling deaths each year, three-fourths are caused by head injuries. Half of those killed are school-age children. One study concluded that wearing a bike helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85 percent. In an accident, a bike helmet absorbs the shock and cushions the head. From "Bike Helmets: Unused Lifesavers," Consumer Reports

Mine:
The value of bicycle of bicycle helmets: A study regarding helmet usage determined wearing a helmet reduces the risk of head injuries by 85 percent. Helmet usage is most prevalent for children, considering that half of bicycle related head injuries involve children. The study concluded that three fourths, of the more than 1000 related bicycle deaths yearly, resulted from head injury. (Consumer Reports, Bike helmets).

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It's not bad, although you are saying things in your paraphrasing that are not in the original paragraph. For example, your sentence, "Helmet usage is most prevalent for children" which implies that helmets are most used by children (the definition of prevalent is "widely or commonly occurring"); there's nothing in the first paragraph that indicated most children wear helmets. I think you're meaning to say most "important" or most "necessary" for children; "prevalent" is the wrong word there.
And you can take out the two commas in the last sentence. They are unnecessary.

Honestly, paraphrasing usually entails shortening and tightening up something but, in your case, the paragraph is longer.

You could say "Helmet usage is most important for children, who account for half of bicycle-related fatalities." That makes it a little shorter and, actually, more accurate as the first paragraph refers to "fatalities" in children and not "injuries" as you have it.
Make sure when you are paraphrasing that you are not changing the facts as well.

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Bell Powersports Bandito Helmet?

hmmm?

Does anyone know where you can find a picture to see what this helmet looks like when wearing it? Also, is it heavy? And can it be used for a bicycle?
also, i'm looking at the bell citi helmet

from a how they look while wearing them standpoint, does anyone have an opinion?

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That helmet looks too funny to be wearing on a bicycle:

http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/;_ylt=AviBzbbdychBdapLUABtcgIaxgt.;_ylv=3?link=list&sid=396546040

ASK in Motorcycles with the link provided above.

Do I need extra padding for my bicycle helmet?

newt_nc

I bought a Giro helmet and it came with extra padding (4 extra small foam pads) that I could add if necessary, but should I? I'm trying to get into riding for fun now and I'm kind of lost when it comes to the equipment. If I do need it, where is the most important place to put the extra padding on the inside. The helmet I have is the Indicator if that info helps. Thanks y'all.

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A good basic test whether a helmet fits correctly is if the helmet sits onto your head, not on top of your head like a little beanie. This helmet would be too small and you would either need a larger helmet or possibly replace thicker pads with thinner pads. The helmet is too big if your head is like a bell ringer inside a bell... lol. In this case you need a smaller helmet or thicker foam pads.

If you determine you need different pads, most likely you'll either replace current pads which sometimes are held in place with Velcro, or add the foam pads in convenient places inside the helmet, typically at the front by your forehead and the sides.

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why can't you buy bicycle wheels/rims at most "Regular" stores?

promethium

"Regular" stores refer to places like: Costco,Walmart,Target,Kmart,Sports Authority/Gart Sports,and Big5. most of these retailers SELL bicycles,tires,seats,inner-tubes,racks,helmets,lights,water bottles, bicycle locks, but for some reason, not even one of these places sells the actual rim. why not? why do you have to go to some designated bicycle shop (where of course the rims cost $100+ each). I understand that they have to be strong enough to support the rider's weight. and I get the fact that you definitely want a quality set of rims. but bike shops can sometimes be out of the way, in terms of distance from one's residence. why can't rims/wheels be sold in the above retailers?

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The so-called bicycles they sell in discount stores use the CHEAPEST components possibly found. Many times these parts aren't even listed on the suppliers website. Shimano (for example) makes lots of these no-name derailleurs for Wally World bikes.

On top of that...if you buy in HUGE quantities, you get HUGE discounts. Now - who has more pure buying power - a multi-billion dollar company like Wally World - or the local bike shop? That's another reason.

Reason 3...Discount stores don't want to be bothered with selling individual specific parts. Yeah...they sell tubes & crappy tires & lots of other crappy after-market parts. But they're not going to get down to the nitty-gritty of selling individual wheels, shifters, derailleurs, brake calipers, etc. Too much hassle for their feeble-minded, minimum wage "associates" to handle.

Lastly...the parts you get at a REAL bicycle shop are often twice as good, if not ten times better than the original part! I remember the first time I walked into A&M Bicycle shop in St. Louis. It's a small one-man shop. A customer was picking up a repaired bike & asked Karl, "Good as new?" Karl sarcastically replied, "Nope...(long pause)...better. I don't use those crappy parts Wal-Mart installs on bikes from the factory."

Buy a good bicycle from the start & you won't need any replacement parts.
http://www.raleighusa.com/archive/2011-steel-road/sojourn-11/
2011 Raleigh Sojourn - now well over 2,000 miles on the bike. It hasn't spent a single day out of service. NO flat tires - ever. Not one single breakdown. Total maintenance cost so far? Two new tires when the originals wore out - replaced with the same kind, and an eight dollar bottle of chain oil. Cost of the bike? $1,200 + tax. Worth EVERY single penny!!!

7 true or false health questions?

Carpe Diem

1. The most common type of injury in the home involves electric shock.

2. A fire needs three elements to startâfuel, heat, and chemicals.

3. The number one way to stay safe while riding a bicycle is to always wear a bike helmet.

4. A major risk during outside activities is a rain storm

5. Earthquakes happen most often east of the Rocky Mountains.

6.Flash floods are responsible for the majority of flood fatalities.

7. The second step to take in most emergencies is to take action.

Answer
1; false; it is falls
2; false; ignition source, fuel and oxygen to start - replace ignition source with heat for continued burn.
3; false awareness of surroundings, lights, good riding position, are more important.
4; depends on where you are
5; IDK
6: True
7: You have to define what action. The steps I know are 1) Assess situation: 2) Call Emergency Services; 3) Do what they advise until they arrive.

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Getting a Vespa/Moped in Maryland?

Charley

I'm currently attending college in Towson and since I didn't have a car of my own to bring (but freshman are allowed to have them on campus) and there are many places that are simply too far for me to bike to, I was considering getting a Vespa or a moped or something like that. However, being from New York I have no understanding of Maryland's laws regarding ownership, licenses, the cost of insurance, where I can buy a Vespa/moped, etc.

If any one has any information it would be really great.

Answer
you can ride a scooter or moped in Maryland with a regular drivers license so long as it is 50cc or under, and / or limited to 2.7bhp (brake horsepower), and has an automatic transmission. if a Vespa style scooter (as opposed to a moped, which has pedals) it must have a "step through" chassis / floorboard. at least one of the wheels must be 10 inches or more in diameter

you must have a drivers license of one class or another to ride the scooter / moped on public roads, but a motorcycle license is not required so long as it meets the above mentioned criteria. the license does not have to be from the state of Maryland, but must be from your state of official legal residence. if this is now Maryland and not New York, you must get a drivers license for Maryland. you may also operate the scooter or moped with a moped permit, but if your regular drivers license has been revoked or suspended you will not qualify for one.

you do not have to, nor can you, title or register the scooter or moped in Maryland. so that is simple. you can simply buy one and ride it if you meet the basic individual licensing requirements. you do not need insurance.

you will be subject to the same laws which govern bicycles. the basics of which are as follows:

When operating a motor scooter, the rider must ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practical and safe except when:

Making a left turn.
Operating on a one-way street.
Passing a stopped or slower moving vehicle.
Avoiding pedestrians or road hazards.
The right lane is a right turn only lane.
Operating in a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle or motor scooter and another vehicle to travel safely side by side.


you are encouraged to but not required to wear a helmet. you may not ride on roadways where the posted speed limit exceeds 50mph. you may not exceed 30mph yourself. if the roadway has a paved bike lane or smooth right shoulder, you must use it


so far as recommendations on where to buy one which meets these requirements, and which ones would, here are a few in your area

Moto Strada is near you for a Genuine Buddy 50cc or Roughhouse 50cc. the Buddy's should be about $2000, the Buddy Internationals a little more. but, maybe less as the 125cc and 150's are on special from the factory. only pay MSRP+ tax. never pay for dealer prep, freight, etc. at least not fully. get the best deal possible and if not, walk away. they'll get close to what you offer. this goes for any dealer. these come with two year, unlimited mile warranties. also take a look at the Kymco 50cc models. excellent, one and all. and with the same two year warranty.

http://www.motostrada.com/newbikes.php

Pete's Cycle is also near you. they have Kymco, and also Honda and Yamaha. personally i prefer Kymco and Genuine scooters, but Yamaha has a few selections in the 50cc range, too. Honda has just two, the Metropolitan and Ruckus. both of which are good scooters. but make no mistake, Genuine and Kymco are just as well, and expand your purchasing choices. look at this way: Honda and Yamaha sell motorcycles and some scooters. Genuine and Kymco pretty much sell scooters. it's their main business.

http://www.petescycle.com/new_vehicle_category.asp

and don't forget your local Craigslist for lots of low cost used scooters. just stick with the name brands when buying used such as Kymco, Genuine, SYM, Yamaha, Honda, Vespa, Piaggio, etc. don't buy a used chinese scooter. really no need to. if it's a no name generic or called Fly, Lance, Tank, CFMoto, BMS, Jonway, SunL, Znen, and countless others, skip it.

hope this helps you get a good, useful scooter :)

Is insurance required on a motorized bicycle in Arkansas?

ymvv2000

I was charged and fined for no insurance when riding a motorized bicycle in Arkansas. One month later, same city, the same judge dismissed an identical "no insurance" ticket because the rider was riding a 'scooter' (motorized bicycle). Is there a clear cut law to determine whether liability insurance is required on a motorized bicycle even though registration is clearly NOT required?

Answer
Arkansas Moped Laws
Moped definition
A motorized bicycle, or moped, must have human powered pedals, an automoatic transmission, a motor less than 50 cubic centimeters that does not propel the bike faster than 30mph. A moped should also be equipped with headlights with a capacity for 250 feet, a rear red reflector visible at 150 feet, a red light lamp visible at 250 feet at the rear, brakes, a horn, and a muffler.

"Motor-driven cycle" definition
This includes most mini-bikes and three wheelers. A motor-driven cycle is a vehicle that must have a motor displacement less than 250 cubic centimeters.

Licensing Information
To operate a moped, an individual is required to have a standard operator's license, but is not required to have a motorcylce license.

To operate a motor-driven cycle, there is no age limit, but operators older than 16 must possess a valid drivers license.

Registration Information
Mopeds with motors less than 50ccs and have an automatic transmission are exempt from registration fees. Mopeds with motors less than 50ccs which have a manual transmission have a $3.00 registration fee with a $2.50 validation fee. Motorcycles less than 250ccs have the same registration fees as mopeds with manual transmissions.

Moped Safety
Individuals are not required to wear helmet protection or eye protection while operating a moped.

It is illegal for a moped to carry more than one person unless it is properly equipped with a side car or seat with feet supports. However, no one under the age of 16 can carry another person as a passenger

As to insurance, there is no clear cut answer. The web page says this:

Two-Wheeled Vehicles Defined
The Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) is ready to help you determine whether your two-wheeled vehicle requires liability coverage before you can title and register it. Contact a representative at (501) 682-4692.

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5 year old on a bike?

Q. is it legal to transport a 5 yr old with a helmet, on bicycle back panels? a child seat is too small, trailers and towing bars are expensive and inconvenient.

Answer
I think u can see this one best bikes.
WeeRide Co-Pilot Bike Trailer
Product Features
* Sturdy bike trailer for teaching your child how to ride a bike
* Attaches quickly and easily to almost any bike with a seat post
* Acts just like a regular bike, with handlebars, seat, and pedals
* Quick-release detachment system; safety flag and handlebar pad
* Holds up to 75 pounds; weighs 24 pounds; recommended for ages 4 to 9
http://www.amazon.com/WeeRide-56455-Co-Pilot-Bike-Trailer/dp/B000I4255G?tag=knapaaai-20

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Is a Ninja 250 a weak bike for somebody that's 5'10'' and 175lbs and 25 years old?

Matt P

I'm trying to find a good bike to buy and my firend is telling me I can handle a 600. I'm not afraid of the speed of a 600, but what should I do?

Answer
First off, I STRONGLY suggest a motorcycle safety foundation training course. (The final exam earns you your license.) http://www.msf-usa.org/

Buy something used and inexpensive for a starter bike.

Look for something old but not too old. You don't want something so old that it is a junker, but not something so new that you'll feel bad if you lay it down.

Look for something in the 500 - 800 CC engine size. This will be powerful enough so you don't get bored too soon, but not so fast that you will be afraid of it.

Look for a standard or cruiser bike for your first bike. They are more forgiving and usually have less power than a sport bike with the same size engine. Although cruisers are heavier than other bikes they have the lowest center of gravity and are easy to balance considering their weight. Stay away from the sport bikes for your first bike as they require more skill. Going with a sport bike for your first bike is like getting a Formula 1 race car for your first car, not a good idea. Also used sport bikes tend to be more abused.

Consider the fit of the motorcycle. People come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes. So do motorcycles. When selecting a motorcycle consider how well it fits your body. Ask yourself how well you can put both feet flat on the ground. Ask yourself how well the seating position feels. Do you have to reach too far to the handlebars? Riding hunched over can get uncomfortable very fast. Is the foot peg location comfortable? Does the bike feel too big or too small? An uncomfortable motorcycle won't be much fun to ride for any amount of distance. However, a bike that fits you well will be lots of fun.

Avoid buying over the Internet. I would never buy a motorcycle site unseen. You could very easily end up paying too much for junk. Always do a visual inspection and test ride before buying a motorcycle. When you go to look at the bike, bring a helmet. If you do not have your motorcycle license yet, bring a friend with a motorcycle license and 2 helmets.

Watch the classified section of your local news paper. Some locations have shopper magazines with used motorcycles in your area. Reasonably priced used bikes are out there. Be patient. Don't buy too quickly, but if you find one you like, buy it right away. If you find a good starter bike, don't hesitate as they can sell quickly.

Don't get hung up on any particular brand. All of the name brands are about the same. Pay more attention to the bike's condition. If any one brand were really superior to all other brands, this would be the only brand bike on the road. In addition, if any brand bike was really inferior to the other brands, nobody would buy them and the company would be out of business.

Learn on this bike. Make your mistakes on it. You will make mistakes. Nearly all new riders will lay their bike on its side at least once. Would you rather make your mistakes on an older bike or your nice shiny expensive new bike?

The most important thing you should do when getting your first bike is to take a motorcycle safety course.

After you have been riding a while and gain some experience, you can sell your starter bike and get the one you want. If maintained properly and not abused, you won't lose too much money on your starter bike. Put the money from the sale towards the bike you really want. By this time, you will have figured out what style bike best suits your riding style and needs.

If you settle on a sport bike for your next bike, avoid the used ones. Young riders think they are racers on racing bikes and tend to beat the crap out of them so they are likely to be more abused. So if considering a sport bike, consider something new.

I know I used variations of this answer before. However, I feel this is good advice.

Use your head while riding. Remember, Stupid Hurts.

Have fun - Ride safe


Beginner bike list -

Suzuki GS500F (Sporty)
Kawasaki Ninja 500R (My current bike...dated but sporty)
Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD (cruiser)
Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (Cruiser)
Suzuki DR-Z400SM (Dual Sport)
Honda Shadow Aero/Spirit 750 (Cruiser)
Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 XL Low (Cruiser)
Suzuki GSX650F (sporty)
Triumph Bonneville (Cruiser)
BMW G650 Xcountry (Dual Sport)
Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Sporty)
Suzuki SV650F (Sporty)
Suzuki SV650 (Naked)
Hyosung GT250R (sporty)

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