Originally Posted by
Okie Boarder
Todd,
Fman,
I understand what you are trying to say. My point, though, is I've yet to see any evidence for wearing a helmet wakeboarding to prevent a concussion. I understand the other injuries. If we were mandated to wear helmets we would still be in the same shoes as the NFL players. We would still be getting concussions due to a high speed collision; head hitting water rather than a helmet to helmet contact.
Has anyone had a concussion wearing a helmet? I know people who have concussions with them not on, but have yet to hear of anyone who sustained a concussion with a helmet on.
I also think people take a "concussion" lightly, like its not really a big deal. It is the swelling of the brain, which can lead to a bleed/stroke. People have died because of them, or sustained brain damage. Nothing to be taken lightly. Great idea on the helmet purchases, again, another bump for the GATH.... worth the $.
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2008 Supra 22SSV