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Old 07-21-2009, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by todd-67
good move.... As big as you are and the fact that it was a direct hit I wouldn't chance it. They really are only designed for one impact.
Absolutely correct. In horseback riding, you take a fall and smack your helmet good, you get another one as the interior styrofoam shell which is there to help absorb impact is usually compromised. Glad that you lived to tell about it.
 
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Originally Posted by TideRKC
But it may not be. Interesting read:

http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/ge...iew/index.html
That's an excellent and informative article Ryan. Thanks for posting.
 
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