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Crash proof bike safety system

by ThomM
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I don't know if I should laugh or cry at this.
Biertijd.com // Media » Crashproof Bike Safety System

I do hope the rider is alright.
  • Profile picture of the author Lawrh
    That was a genuine WTF!!! I did not see that coming at all.
    I was sitting here bitching about a heads up display in a helmet then WOMP!
    I hope he's OK too.
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  • Profile picture of the author Kenster
    is that real or fake?
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  • Profile picture of the author Lawrh
    That was a real rider who pulled out. If it was a stunt then he has amazing body armor.
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  • Profile picture of the author HeySal
    Well the helmet looks fine............

    Thanks, Lawrence. Every once in awhile it's good to see a reminding confirmation of why I don't ride bikes.
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  • Profile picture of the author seasoned
    That STILL could be faked. But TWO PROBLEMS...

    1. A system like that may give you false security.
    2. You should look BOTH ways BEFORE pulling out.

    Steve
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    • Profile picture of the author MissTerraK
      OMGosh!

      That's horrible! I hate the fact that they don't let you know if the dude is OK!

      And Thom, please don't buy one of those helmets!

      Terra
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  • Profile picture of the author TLTheLiberator
    I sincerely hope dude is OK.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      clear setup - you don't actually see the rider hit - I think it's a very good spoof video. Had it been real the camera would have panned left immediately as the biker began moving - but it didn't. You would also have to believe the reporter didn't see a big white truck when she turned that direction to tell the guy to "go".

      I was expecting something - but not that. I thought the car pulling would hit the guy - do you believe a computer can tell you if the person in the car has SEEN you? No.
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      • Profile picture of the author seasoned
        Originally Posted by Kay King View Post

        clear setup - you don't actually see the rider hit - I think it's a very good spoof video. Had it been real the camera would have panned left immediately as the biker began moving - but it didn't. You would also have to believe the reporter didn't see a big white truck when she turned that direction to tell the guy to "go".

        I was expecting something - but not that. I thought the car pulling would hit the guy - do you believe a computer can tell you if the person in the car has SEEN you? No.
        All good points. As to whether the guy saw you or not, WHO CARES! Besides, they obviously mean apparently looked in your direction. That is hard enough for a computer to TRY to do. I actually try to move my eyes WITHOUT moving my head, because I am afraid some idiot will see me and pull out when IT IS NOT SAFE! Too many times I look over, they pull out, and almost cause a crash. HECK, sometimes I have to turn a corner FAST because some idiot is tailgating, etc... I EVEN put hazards on, and pulse the brakes, but some guys just don't seem to care. On drivers tests, etc..., there is the 2 second rule. And that is about as long as many seem to remember it after leaving the test or class.

        BTW a lot of motorcycle drivers are WORSE! They may dart in and out and all over, and even pull up RIGHT in front of your car. If you are starting to accelerate even BEFORE they move in front of you, they could be DEAD! AND, if you think THAT is bad, some bicycle riders do the same in Boston! A lot of people have complained about it.

        HECK, today I drive a RENTAL, and I don't want to have an accident in one.

        Steve
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  • Profile picture of the author Kurt
    To me the missing link is why didn't they show the helmet display? What is it that the driver sees?

    If it was legit, I think this would be the first thing they'd want to show.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kenster
      Originally Posted by seasoned View Post

      That STILL could be faked. But TWO PROBLEMS...

      1. A system like that may give you false security.
      2. You should look BOTH ways BEFORE pulling out.

      Steve

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      Originally Posted by Kurt View Post

      To me the missing link is why didn't they show the helmet display? What is it that the driver sees?

      If it was legit, I think this would be the first thing they'd want to show.


      Good point. The "hit" seems real but the body language after seems a little off.
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  • Profile picture of the author andrewHB
    Ouch!!! That hurts!
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