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PART 2
A Wide Range Of Bicycling Injuries Are Possible
Section A. Important Safety Information
GT Bicycle Owner’s Manual
PART 2
Section A. Important Safety
Information
A Wide Range Of Bicycling
Injuries Are Possible
Many hazards are described, and we have
attempted to explain how to avoid or minimize
the dangers. Because any fall can result in
serious injury, paralysis or death we do not
repeat the warning of these potential
consequences every time we call attention to a
hazard. Some low speed falls may result in
serious injuries, and some wild high speed falls
may result in none. The reality is that the exact
nature of the consequences of a fall or accident
is not predictable.
Bicycles Cannot Protect You
Bicycles are lightweight, human-powered
vehicles. Unlike a car, much like a motorcycle,
there is no restraint system for your body, no
protective structure around your body. Crash
worthiness cannot be a design criterion. A rider
sits on a bicycle and can be easily thrown off for
many reasons including overly hard use of the
front brakes (See PART I, SECTION 4.C Brakes) or
striking an obstacle.
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