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RE: whats everyones opinion - 9/12/2007 9:31:23 PM
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Niquie F4iChica
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In Maryland it's a state law to always wear a helmet but it doesn't matter if it's full face, three quarter, or half helmet. I bought a full face and love it, not only does it protect me so much better than the other options, it also eliminates almost all of the wind noise and of course is a life saver (no pun intended) in rain... I'd rather wear it and be safe than not and be sorry
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 9/14/2007 9:23:57 PM
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Acara1796
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Personally, I wear a full faced helmet always. The helmet has saved my life on at least two occassions over the years. I would wear one law or not. IL does not have a law except for children under 15. I think that is the age, could be wrong. I also replace them every three years.
One thing I do not care for is the helmet "law" in general. I do not care for the government telling me how to live my life. I can be responsible without government intervention. This opinion also applies to seat belt laws, smoking laws and so on... Next thing you know the GOV will be telling me when to eat, sleep and go to the bathroom.
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 9/14/2007 10:00:13 PM
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doncollins
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Sorry, didn't notice I was posting in the ladies room.
< Message edited by doncollins -- 9/15/2007 10:17:51 PM >
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 9/15/2007 10:05:14 PM
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woo545
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ORIGINAL: Jennay
helmets are only required here in PA if you don't have your license....but it really bothers me when i see people without them on...its like not wearing a seatbelt..just stupid...its one of the simplest things you can do to try and save your life in case of an accident...i dont really feel bad for those that get head injuries when they arent wearing a helmet...but thats just me
PA used to have a helmet law, but it has been amended a few years back. If I remember correctly (can't find the actual statute), you have to be over the age of 18 and had the motorcycle license for 2 years. I believe it's illegal to operate a motorcycle without at least the permit (with which you can't ride at night and can't carry passengers). The funny thing...is that we do have a seatbelt law.
My MSF instructor said that there is only 1 reason to not wear a helmet. Freedom of choice. My friend doesn't wear a helmet. I think he is an idiot. Then again, he's a Harley rider and thinks that having big loud pipes is used to make sure people know you are there. He also states that helmets cause you to break your neck in the accident. Well, I'm a computer programmer...so maybe I take my mind a little more seriously than others.
I concur on Acara's thought about the government. I think laws that are used to protect others from our own indescretions are a necessary evil but I don't think the goverment should try to prevent you from removing yourself from the gene pool.
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 9/16/2007 8:45:40 AM
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wheeliepuller13
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i love how its a law to wear a seat belt in florida but no a helmet it makes no god damn sense look ne body who doesnt wear a helmet i think is stupid wheather ur going 1 mile or 100 miles u ride with out a helmet ur dumb ass ****. its just like unprotected sex do u want to take that chance of cathing aids or stds or whatever. so if u dont wear a helmet just hae unprotected sex with neone because in both situations nething can happen good or bad
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 9/17/2007 6:39:08 AM
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woo545
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So, yesterday...the neighborhood kids were riding their bicycles. My neighbor yells to the one nephew "...where's your helmet...you came here with one, you wear it." To which he replies, "...I like the wind blowing through my hair." All I could do is sit there and shake my head. He's 6 yrs old.
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 9/18/2007 7:43:52 PM
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Niquie F4iChica
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ORIGINAL: woo545
So, yesterday...the neighborhood kids were riding their bicycles. My neighbor yells to the one nephew "...where's your helmet...you came here with one, you wear it." To which he replies, "...I like the wind blowing through my hair." All I could do is sit there and shake my head. He's 6 yrs old.
That's cute but oh so stupid... I remember the innocent days of neighborhood bike races but my mom would NEVER let us leave without helmets and pads... I mean I understand the little boy, but still he might not have hair for the wind to blow through when he has to get surgery on his skull to relief the pressure on his brain after a crash... morbid I know but realistic...
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 11/26/2007 4:40:02 PM
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JeepGirl
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I dont even have my bike yet, so I dont know how much room I have to talk.
But, ive pushed my luck one too many times, I dont think I would be able to go without a helmet.
Its like a seatbelt, it can save you. Too many bad drivers and just flat-out stupid people these days.
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 12/11/2007 8:26:55 PM
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WantToBeFast
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The abate members in Florida have made it so that we don't have to wear helmets, but I disagree with it! In fact the lady that was the main participant in changing the law to no helmet died 2 weeks later, doctors say she would've lived if she was wearing a helmet.
Personally I always wear my helmet. I have to admit this last weekend in our annual toys for tots run, I didn't. There was over 6,000 bikes going slow mph and not a very long distance. I would've worn it too, and planned on it but it got extremely hot. No excuse, I know, and I of all people should know better. But I gear up everytime I ride, boots over the ankle, pants, jacket, helmet, gloves... Don't feel safe otherwise
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RE: whats everyones opinion - 2/21/2008 1:17:54 AM
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TriColour
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I always wear my helmet, leathers, gloves and boots. No matter what.
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