PROPAIN tyee 2020 - Extreme, Stunt or Competition Riding

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F. EXTREME, STUNT OR COMPETITION RIDING
Whether you call it, Aggro, Hucking, Freeride, North Shore, Downhill, Jumping, Stunt Riding,
Racing or something else: : if you engage in this sort of extreme, aggressive riding you will get
hurt, and you voluntarily assume a greatly increased risk of injury or death. Not all bicycles
are designed for these types of riding, and those that are may not be suitable for all types of
aggressive riding. Check with PROPAIN about the suitability of your bicycle before engaging in
extreme riding. When riding fast down hill, you can reach speeds achieved by motorcycles, and
therefore face similar hazards and risks. Have your bicycle and equipment carefully inspected
by a qualied mechanic and be sure it is in perfect condition. Consult with expert riders, area
site personnel and race ocials on conditions and equipment advisable at the site where you
plan to ride. Wear appropriate safety gear, including an approved full face helmet, full nger
gloves, and body armor. Ultimately, it is your responsibility to have proper equipment and to be
familiar with course conditions.
WARNING: Although many catalogs, advertisements and articles about bicycling
depict riders engaged in extreme riding, this activity is extremely dangerous, increases
your risk of injury or death, and increases the severity of any injury. Remember that the
action depicted is being performed by professionals with many years of training and expe-
rience. Know your limits and always wear a helmet and other appropriate safety gear. Even
with state-of-the-art protective safety gear, you could be seriously injured or killed when
jumping, stunt riding, riding downhill at speed or in competition.
WARNING: Bicycles and bicycle parts have limitations with regard to strength and
integrity, and this type of riding can exceed those limitations or dramatically reduce the
length of their safe use.
We recommend against this type of riding because of the increased risks; but if you choose to
take the risk, at least:
• Take lessons from a competent instructor rst.
• Start with easy learning exercises and slowly develop your skills before trying more
dicult or dangerous riding.
• Use only designated areas for stunts, jumping, racing or fast downhill riding.
• Wear a full face helmet, safety pads and other safety gear
• Understand and recognize that the stresses imposed on your bike by this kind of activity
may break or damage parts of the bicycle and void the warranty.
• Take your bicycle to PROPAIN or your bicycle dealer if anything breaks or bends. Do not
ride your bicycle when any part is damaged.
• If you ride downhill at speed, do stunt riding or ride in competition, know the limits of
your skill and experience. Ultimately, avoiding injury is your responsibility.