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Here's an interesting thread that might change your mind about wearing proper gear.
This is not about fear, it's about common sense. Riding can be dangerous and accidents do happen, almost always when you least expect them. Wearing good quality gear greatly minimizes these risks.
WARNING-There are pics in that thread that are quite graphic. There are no dead bodies though, just wounds caused by relatively unprotected skin meeting pavement.
Here's a great site with a lot of good tips on gear for new riders or those who just want to learn more about proper riding gear.
This is not about fear, it's about common sense. Riding can be dangerous and accidents do happen, almost always when you least expect them. Wearing good quality gear greatly minimizes these risks.
WARNING-There are pics in that thread that are quite graphic. There are no dead bodies though, just wounds caused by relatively unprotected skin meeting pavement.
Here's a great site with a lot of good tips on gear for new riders or those who just want to learn more about proper riding gear.