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Re: Alberta Rejects MHL

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From: Ken Kifer
Date: Tue, 24 Feb 1998 00:00
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George Wright wrote:
> Any adult too stupid to wear a helmet while biking should not be forced
> to wear one by law.  However, don't force the rest of us to pay for
> their medical coverage when they injure their heads in bike accidents!!!

> Please note that I am somewhat biassed towards this subject because both
> of my children are alive and healthy today thanks to their helmets
> protecting them during serious head-first crashes during MTB
> races/training.
 
> Finally, I feel that if you question the merits of helmets, you
> obviously don't need one.

Ken Kifer replies:
1.  I didn't see your name on my insurance policy anywhere.
2.  I protected my son by teaching how to ride safely in traffic.
3.  You're right; 7,000 hours and no accidents.

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From: Ken Kifer <kenkifer@simplecom.net>
Subject: Re: Alberta Rejects MHL
Date: 1998/02/24
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