Obviously the pump track beckons.
Being somewhat of a freeride/downhill/aeronaut I favour being padded n protected.
You'll see me razzing the offerings of trail builders and mother earth whilst being clad in a full face and googles, full arm guards, gloves and with knee and shin guards.
Now, being aware that pretty much all the riders at this new pump track will be 10yrs to 15yrs old and riding some random thing I have to a concerning thought.
Being aware that the forces of gravity can create pain and suffering to even the most ardent of rider; how much protection is too much in this realm?
Do you think that full garb is reasonable or should I go for the simple lid, elbow pads and my leg stuff?
I'm concerned at looking like the crazy guy in the park to the less educated.
What's the consensus? I'm seriously thinking of only heading down there when there's another person to meet or a group of us.
It's shit that you gotta think about this nowadays.
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