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April 25th 09, 01:11 PM
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The BMA Recycle BeHIT Bull****
On 25 Apr, 11:06, "mileburner" wrote:
"Toom Tabard" wrote in message ... I'm aware of the effects of risk compensation The main benefit of wearing a helmet that often seems to be overlooked is that it helps the wearer to ride faster and take more chances. Cornering can be done faster, braking done later etc. and an overall feeling of euphoria can accompany the feeling of being indestructible. Knee and elbow pads can also help, gloves are essential for this. Yes, and if you also wear a high-viz jacket, you'll be seen five miles away, but will have been forgotten about and invisible by the time you get close. (Understandably) not many people know that ;-) Toom 
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