Like the above posts have already stated training is obviously very important to anyone using any kind of transport device. However training can only go so far and accidents WILL happen so safety has to also come from protective devices such as helmets (bikes), set belts (cars) etc.
The way I see it. Someone like Michael Shumacher might be the best racing car driver in the world, and almost never crashes, but even he wears a helmet with other safety clothing, just in case something happens. What good is a helmet if he hits a wall at 300kph? or barrel rolls through a gravel trap? The helmet might not do much but I will guarantee he wouldn't drive without it.
If training is so important why does someone as skilled as him need any other protection than just his skills?
Training and safety equipment are equal in the role of helping someone survive an accident.
This will probably turn into another helmet/no helmet debate.
CHEERS.
Mark
Last edited by Dutchy; 09-30-02 at 11:15 PM.