Thursday, September 29, 2011

Appreciating The Value Of Wearing A Bike Helmet

By Achim Hartmann


All these years, unyielding attention has been given to the improvement of pedestrian safety standards. Traffic rules were modified and violators were punished. Sorry to say, the number of accidents has not decrease even with such modifications. In actual fact, the number of accidents has increased in a lot of countries. Although the authorities have considered factors such as reckless driving and increased number of vehicles, improper usage and lack of safety gear still proved to be the number one cause of accidents.

Most cyclists refuse to wear helmets even though they know that their lives can be at risk. Of all the cyclists that travel on the road each day, only a handful wears a bike helmet. Anyway, according to statistics, those who wear protective helmets have a greater chance of surviving a road accident.

This is the primary reason why many public awareness campaigns encourage riders to wear protective helmets while on the road. They make the benefits of wearing safety gear known to the public. They promote safety and security.

Cyclists who were used to feeling the cool breeze on their faces were especially advised to wear a bike helmet even if most of them feel claustrophobic. Well, they could not really be blamed for this because the helmets manufactured in the past were bulky and uncomfortable. They hinder peripheral vision and ventilation. Nonetheless, people have finally realized their significance; and therefore, started wearing helmets. It is quite too late, though, because a lot of lives have been lost. A lot of countries have even had to carry out strict legislations regarding this matter. They intend to promote public awareness and impose penalties to those who will violate.

It is a good thing that manufacturers of helmets were finally enlightened; hence, they have started producing helmets that do not only offer protection, but are also comfortable and convenient. They did surveys and took feedback from customers. They made designs that are advantageous to the public. These designs usually feature face-shields that are resistant to scratches, artwork, and provisions for sufficient ventilation. They are lightweight and resistant to fog.

These days, you will find a variety of protective helmets for sale. Every bike helmet has a unique advantage over the others. As expected, consumers patronized companies who manufacture helmets according to their preferences. More and more people buy from stores that sell products that they need and want. So, those who have manufactured the desired helmets have had an increase in sales, and became motivated to produce more.

If you will think of it, helmets have come a long way. They were different from what they used to be. A bike helmet that was only used as a protective gear has evolved into a stylish headgear. Even people who are not much into cycling admire the colors and designs of these helmets. Advanced technology and innovative artwork have resulted in great helmets; therefore, helping decrease the occurrence of accidents.




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