Originally Posted by Rev.Chuck

As to falling, do NOT throw your arm out to catch your weight. Usually the load will go right into your shoulder and break your collarbone. You can throw your arm out and up and land along your whole side spreading the load. You can also hold onto the handle bar and tuck your arm in still to spread the load. You want to curve your body up to get your head out of the way and spread the length of time of impact.