SAFETY GEAR CHECK - EUC's & PEV's - People Let's Talk!

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2024

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  • @ThaBlackCobra
    @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +5

    List your gear and maybe what you ride. Also tune in to the LiveStream today at 5:30 PM on Facebook & RUclips @ThaBlackCobra. Jump in the Q & A segment.

    • @StarForgers
      @StarForgers 2 года назад +1

      Might want to put EUC in the title or something to link it to electric vehicles! I know the video has been out for a long time but I got lucky with search terms I suppose.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад

      @@StarForgers Great idea!... Thanks

  • @COBARHORSE1
    @COBARHORSE1 4 года назад +6

    I have to agree about the helmet and wrist guards. Those two things are mandatory. Head injuries are the most devastating, and a broken wrist is the most likely. Then beyond that, elbow pads and knee pads. High top shoes or boots that provide ankle support can prevent a twisted ankle.

  • @robertfpv7733
    @robertfpv7733 Год назад +2

    I ride a Segway gt2 electric scooter and my gear is mostly knee / elbow pads, Motorcycle gloves and a motorcycle helmet

  • @420man
    @420man 3 года назад +14

    Concussions can happen at around 20mph,a skull fracture can also easily occur at this speed.Many PEVs can achieve 20mph so it is an immense risk not to wear a helmet.

    • @DB-hm7mu
      @DB-hm7mu 2 года назад +1

      a 20mph hit to the head without a helmet can EASILY be lethal... minimising to just concussions and skull fractures is being naive... is not just the speed at which your vehicle is going... you need to add the velocity in which you body pivots for example when you hit the flow with your knees ... it can easily reach extra 30mph... so at 20 mph your head can hit the ground at 50mph... add to that the force of impact that will be added if you hit a point object such as a curb or a the edge of a stone. Also if your head hits the floor on the side or the back the internal damage is much much worse.... you can have deadly impacts at 10mph if all the factors get compounded against you. Please quit the illusion that you're safe

    • @zenyachty8999
      @zenyachty8999 Год назад

      😂

    • @ianl1741
      @ianl1741 9 месяцев назад

      My dad had a fall recently at like 8 mph off a scooter. He was wearing a bicycle helmet...still got a mild concussion and the foam of the helmet clearly broke in multiple places! I don't want to know what would have happened if he wasn't wearing. Even a fall from 0 mph can be lethal!

  • @archeebookingagent1909
    @archeebookingagent1909 4 года назад +2

    Fun fun.. thanks for having me.. lets do it again soon.. folks be safe there..we get over this and then we do group rides again

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад

      Thanks for joining in Panda 🐼. I appreciate your knowledge and experience. You’re right I can’t wait till we can all ride together again safely.

  • @deganni2688
    @deganni2688 3 года назад +7

    i'm glad you made this video. safety is so important. i couldn't agree with you more about safety gear can prevent serious injuries. i applaud you my friend.

  • @SteveJulien
    @SteveJulien 4 года назад +8

    Great review!
    I had a cut out on my V8 and feel my safety gear saved me from broken wrists and arms.
    One knee was badly grazed (no protector 😬) but thanks to a full face helmet, gloves, wrist guards and an armoured hoodie, I was just left with multiple sprains. (Thankfully no breaks)

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +3

      Wow bro, i’m glad you were geared up and I’m glad you’re OK. I know sometimes it’s uncomfortable to wear the gear but we definitely must wear it if we’re going to ride. Stay safe and keep riding bro

    • @AdamTVi
      @AdamTVi 4 года назад +2

      EV Steve I ride V8F. How did the cut out happened? Low Battery?

    • @SteveJulien
      @SteveJulien 4 года назад +2

      @@AdamTVi Yes, low battery and just pushed it too hard. The speakers had also stopped working so no beeps!

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +1

      Scary bro

  • @therealestmc85
    @therealestmc85 4 года назад +3

    I have all of it but I only wear some. Non negotiable for me is my full face helmet and wrist guards. I wear my knee pads about 50 percent of the time. I have a body Army but I hate wearing it. I only wear it on group rides.

  • @FL-PHILLIP
    @FL-PHILLIP Год назад +1

    Great video! We only have to remember Micheal Schumacher who is paralyzed from a skiing accident, head injury. Nonetheless, pavement, curb, sidewalk, tree are just as unforgiving as a boulder.

  • @luischalasnyc9657
    @luischalasnyc9657 4 года назад +9

    Dope video. I wear a TSG helmet, Demon knee guards, and gloves. I just added a cuber summer jacket which has the protection for the elbows. Stay safe out there and keep up the cool videos.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +2

      Thanks Bro! My riding jacket and pants are my favs right now. I love having the pads built in.

    • @rapator9270
      @rapator9270 3 года назад

      I just wanted to comment that TSG Longboard downhill helmets seem to be best choice. Even better than BMX.

  • @danieldilly
    @danieldilly 4 года назад +5

    Good video. You set a good example.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +1

      Thanks I appreciate it. that was definitely my intention

  • @patrickmckowen2999
    @patrickmckowen2999 4 года назад +4

    Great info
    I ride with the assumption that at some point the wheel will fail or I will screw up, either case, I am going down so I wear the gear.
    Cheers

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +1

      PATRICK MCKOWEN Exactly Right bro!

  • @wayne37fly
    @wayne37fly 4 года назад +5

    Awesome video brother I’ve learned the hard way I never leave the house without GEAR anymore 💯%

  • @troyphoenix3290
    @troyphoenix3290 4 года назад +1

    The best message has got to be safety all the way

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +1

      Thanks a lot for tuning in Troy. I really appreciate you jumping in from the UK

  • @0Ninja0Dude0
    @0Ninja0Dude0 Год назад +1

    Scaphoid in your wrist and patella in your knee both can break under just a few pounds of force and both left me in an immobilizer for over a year. Moral of the story pads rock

  • @paulstrollo3187
    @paulstrollo3187 3 года назад +1

    Outstanding article brother! I build and ride DIY mountain and skateboards. I'm a big boy 225+ so need power just to get going... My boards range from a not so slow, slow 4wd topping out at 28 mph to Ludacris rocket board maxing out about 46 mph. I have 10's of 1000's of miles under my belt and the scars to prove it unfortunately. You are spot on about wrist guards!!! I had a foot of titanium in my hand for months from a fall at less than 10 mph. FULL face helmet is a necessity and I say that living in Florida so yeah heat sucks but 100% necessary if you like to eat solid food. Since you are facing front, guessing hip armor is not as much of an issue but for boarders it is. Again lessons learned the hard way... Knee\ elbow pads with shin guards are next. These will do you way more good than you think especially in minor falls. Prevent massive road rash type scars that are unpleasant at a minimum. I wish my body armor wasn't so hot because that is also more important than i like to admit especially when riding off-road forget about broken collar bone being a common injury for a second... almost impaled myself more times than i can count riding in unfamiliar areas or having to bail due to surprise obstacles. no way around it if you ride a PEV you will fall and you will get hurt. 1st ride or 100th doesn't matter, If you cannot accept the risk
    esponsibility eyes wide open, please don't ride! If you can, gear up, saddle up and let's ride cause yeah it is so worth it! :)

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      Well said bro 👊🏾 Saddle up, Gear up and ride out!

  • @CarlosGarcia-dr7bd
    @CarlosGarcia-dr7bd 2 года назад +1

    From TIMES SQUARE NEW YORK CITY YOU GO BC. 1 LOVE & PEACE

  • @darreneustis8766
    @darreneustis8766 3 года назад +2

    Good vid. Some very good points here, especially the one about loving/liking the equipment you wear. If its a pita to put on or is uncomfortable then your not going to wear it...One thing I have grown to love is my Lazy Rolling Hoodie, at least for cooler weather. its easy to put on and instant elbo,shoulder and back protection. Aside from that i always wear my demon podium full faced helmet, Leatt knee/shin guards & wrist protection. It only took one nasty spill and I learned my lesson quick. I was lucky and walked away with only road rash..Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Taz'.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад +1

      Yes taking a good spill will teach you quickly about wearing your safety gear LOL. I also wish Taz a speedy recovery

  • @darkstar4494
    @darkstar4494 4 года назад +2

    I wear steel toe high top shoes.
    I have shorts with hip and tailbone padding but they are a hassle to put on and my pants need to be baggy to fit over them.
    In winter I wear gloves with wrist armor built in.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +1

      I still need to lock down my winter gear better

  • @Timx5599
    @Timx5599 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for making this list, I'll have to consider that helmet recommendation as the visibility appears to be very good on it

  • @SubaruWRC1996
    @SubaruWRC1996 Год назад +1

    When I did mountain biking the bare minimum I wore was a full face helmet and gloves. I am looking to get an electric skateboard for commuting and the bare minimum I'll wear is a full face helmet and gloves but I am tempted to get some knee and shoulder and elbow pads just in case since I'll be doing 25 to 30 mph

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  Год назад

      I would definitely suggest you get all of it

  • @mobayguy
    @mobayguy 2 года назад +1

    Thanks so much for this excellent video - FINALLY! - Someone ties it ALL together - Thanks

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад +1

      I appreciate that bro thanks for watching

  • @sidneyeramil974
    @sidneyeramil974 2 года назад +1

    I strongly believe in wearing a helmet at all times and a pair of gloves (with or without a wrist protector) for basic safety. However, if your only commuting and plan to stay off the street then its not as necessary to wear knee and elbow pads, if you are going on the street, appropriate clothing and padding is highly recommended. A good investment for those commuting is to buy a pair of Lazyrolling pants (casual, jeans, or slim cargo pants) which can protect you from a nasty fall. Generally a sweater or long sleeve tends to be fine if you fall at lower speeds (under 22 mph).

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад

      Many low speed falls break bones but all fails can remove skin easily… think about it

  • @konstantinosginis7683
    @konstantinosginis7683 3 года назад +1

    Thank you :)
    Gear is our best friend!

  • @ClokworkGremlin
    @ClokworkGremlin 2 года назад

    I have a pair of Toughbuilt Heavy Duty Gelfit knee pads that I wore on my most recent ride, but mostly because my left knee was starting to hurt. I don't think my stance is quite right, and it was torqueing my knee joint. The pads have built-in knee support, and the moment I put them on the aching stopped and I was able to ride the rest of the day in comfort.
    I'm still pretty young, so I want to make sure I don't destroy my body prematurely.

  • @blueforceerides
    @blueforceerides 2 года назад

    Gear is a must! Never understand people who wear nothing, especially a helmet. I think it's simply pride and look. Great vid!

    • @ianl1741
      @ianl1741 9 месяцев назад

      Personally I think people with gear look cooler, especially if its cool looking haha...like this cat!

  • @douglashughes2331
    @douglashughes2331 4 года назад +4

    smart video. At the very least no one should ride anything without a helmet.

  • @Bowmans-Woods
    @Bowmans-Woods 4 года назад +2

    Great message that needs to be heard. I have been enjoying your channel. I have recently received the Veteran Sherman. It should be a whole new chapter on my channel. You have always been a good role model of wearing proper gear. I plan to reference your channel in my next video. I hope to bring your channel and the EUC "sport" more exposure to a different viewing audience. Keep up the great work. Safe cruising! Craig

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +1

      Thanks bro I appreciate that. You keep riding and keep it wheel!

  • @andyhan5008
    @andyhan5008 3 года назад +1

    Great video. Very important that u must like ur gear otherwise u won’t wear em very true. I prefer wrist guards first then helmet for me.
    I got an LS2 helmet(but I really like urs), alpine Star gloves w/ Ewheels wrist guards, motorcycle hoodie, jacket, n roost guard, motorcycle jeans n dainese shoes.
    I’ve had enough road rash n I don’t like it so gear is essential. Stay safe n keep riding y’all

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      Thanks bro and that gear sounds great 👍

  • @robertfpv7733
    @robertfpv7733 Год назад +2

    People just buy a motorcycle helmet just thing about it for a sec you are riding a long and your wheel get stuck in a bump now the wheel is at a dead stop but your body is still moving at 20-30mph now thing what would happen if your head contacted to pavement at that speed?!? Ya I think it would be like dropping a egg on a hardwood floor lmao so just speed the $200 plus and protect your head

  • @cherylstone7256
    @cherylstone7256 3 года назад +1

    Wish I found your channel a week ago. Im now wearing all sorts of protective gear

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      Just glad you wearing gear my friend... ride safe

  • @yuginoty65
    @yuginoty65 4 года назад +2

    Sweet protect gear man! Need to upgrade mine. Especially for a new faster wheel. Peace...Guy

  • @sebastianarias6234
    @sebastianarias6234 3 года назад +1

    thank you for the good un biased branded video! im definitely gearing up!

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      I’m glad you are gearing up thanks for watching

  • @shield400
    @shield400 4 года назад +2

    Under Armor Valsetz for me are the absolute best riding shoes ever!

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад

      I haven’t tried those yet but still in love with the New Balance Trail Runners

  • @getahandle
    @getahandle 2 года назад +1

    So true. If you don’t like the gear, your not going to wear it. 👍🏼

  • @Francisco-ld5kg
    @Francisco-ld5kg 3 года назад +1

    Just used your link to purchase the riding jacket for the summer

  • @Zen-751
    @Zen-751 3 года назад +1

    3:40 it looked like you came hella close to that grate bro, freaked me out for a second lol stay safe

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      That grate would not have been a problem I would’ve just bounced over it and kept moving

  • @mrandmrswheels1142
    @mrandmrswheels1142 4 года назад +1

    Good one. Probably one of the most important videos you could have done. Well done.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад

      Thanks bro. After falling a few times myself I definitely agree

  • @MrWilliam.Stewart
    @MrWilliam.Stewart 2 года назад

    Good video, thanks man.
    The way I've always seen it with safety gear is, if at full running speed you can't slam yourself down in to the road as hard as you physically can without getting hurt, you haven't got enough safety gear on.
    You should be able to slam your body into the road at sprinting speed over and over, an over again without getting hurt, that's how I decide on what safety gear to wear.
    P.S. you should always wear gloves, as humans have evolved to put our hands out to save our heads in a stack.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад

      People normally break their wrist before any other part of the hand 🤚 n a fall usually anyway

  • @aldousbwilson
    @aldousbwilson 2 года назад +1

    Only x2 Problems with: SteelBird Air 2 Helmet is that the Regular size (which the helmet only comes in 2 sizes I think) , is it leaves base of your your chin exposed, it doesn't give that full chin protection...also, the forehead is hurts as it is too snug (maybe you can grind out some material in forehead area of the helmet?)...

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад

      The chin thing ultimately didn’t work for me as good as my scorpion

  • @mikkihintikka7273
    @mikkihintikka7273 3 года назад +1

    ok. 33 celcius degrees outside. im trying to get to massage or to the beach to swim. do i really need all that gear? where do i store all that when im at the massage or at the beach? i have to buy 120 litre backpack or something

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      Yes you definitely need to wear a good backpack

  • @MichaelBelue
    @MichaelBelue 3 года назад +1

    The video his so hard now. I hope your feel better.

  • @MrSpeednz
    @MrSpeednz Год назад +1

    Hi all, new EUC rider here. Are normal knee/shin guards ok? Are knee braces too much? Cheers.

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  Год назад +1

      It’s OK to get whichever ones you like. The more you like them the more you’ll wear them. The braces will work if you have them it’s just that most people usually don’t spend that much on their knee protection. Like I said, you can wear whatever you like as long as you wear something always.

  • @WinkieDuck
    @WinkieDuck 4 года назад +1

    Good video! I also have a bucket of gear

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад

      That’s fantastic, love to hear that

  • @robertrijkers4923
    @robertrijkers4923 3 года назад +1

    instead of looking at your phone you can have a smartwatch with the eucworld app on it... it will connect to the eucworld app on your phone and show you the same screens... and you can even setup quickaction shortcuts on it.... i have my Avas on /off by tapping my watchscreen and holding it for a second

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      That would be a great idea if they ever finally bring it to iOS because I am all Apple all day

  • @TheDwilliams1000
    @TheDwilliams1000 Год назад +1

    Hey there. I'm considering purchasing one of these. I'm doing my research on safety gear. Are there wrist guards with mirrors on them so you can see behind you?

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  Год назад +1

      There are mirrors you can strap around any wrist guard

    • @TheDwilliams1000
      @TheDwilliams1000 Год назад

      @@ThaBlackCobra where would you buy them from?

  • @MurfatlarAII0
    @MurfatlarAII0 3 месяца назад +1

    Thanks for content ! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  18 дней назад

      You’re welcome. I feel like I need to do an updated one. This was so long ago.

  • @st5637
    @st5637 3 месяца назад +1

    What about hip and chest protection?

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  18 дней назад

      For razors, hip and chest is definitely necessary for average every day riders. I don’t know that chest is really necessary. I would add hip though because it’s easy to bruise the hips when you fall even slowly. I will add those in the next one.

  • @catalyst6245
    @catalyst6245 4 года назад +1

    Much needed!

    • @catalyst6245
      @catalyst6245 4 года назад +1

      TSG helmet, leett shin and knee, fox elbows, flexmeter wrist

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  4 года назад +1

      That’s a dope helmet

  • @VegasPoolGuy1
    @VegasPoolGuy1 3 года назад +1

    Solid video! 👍

  • @Bidyoworks
    @Bidyoworks 2 года назад +1

    COOL! LOVE IT. ALOHA!

  • @goontheracoon
    @goontheracoon 2 года назад +1

    im using cross "armour" cause falling at 60 tends to hurt.

  • @iNotYou
    @iNotYou Год назад +1

    Hello from Russia. I always ride in protection )

  • @bensacheri
    @bensacheri 3 года назад +1

    I have watched this video multiple times as I entered the EUC hobby. It would be nice to see an update to show new products. You rave about the Steelbird Air in this video but I noticed that it's not listed in your LinkTree. Do you still recommend this helmet?

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      Yes I do still recommend the Steelbird however I actually needed a little bigger size and it seems to be hard to find. I will work on an update video thanks again for watching

  • @hemigod2
    @hemigod2 11 месяцев назад +1

    If there is a group ride and someone shows up not properly equipped with safety gear, I won’t ride with that group I’ll go home or somewhere else. I won’t even watch videos of people that are improperly equipped.. this is how much I dislike the liability

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  9 месяцев назад

      I agree with you. I normally do the same thing, but I have been out of town in places where I can’t really control it and then forced to ride with people without the proper gear and I voice my opinion and how upset it makes me.

    • @hemigod2
      @hemigod2 9 месяцев назад

      @@ThaBlackCobra you can control yourself anywhere you go ,you just can’t control others in their stupidity. You will never win in an argument against stupidity, because they have more experienced than you .If you knew exactly how many stupid motherfkrs are out there, it would absolutely shock you.

  • @conraddevera
    @conraddevera 2 года назад +1

    Those short knee guards might slip.. I prefer longer ones

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад

      I agree longer kneepads are better. I love my Leatt

  • @shitina.bucket9699
    @shitina.bucket9699 3 года назад +1

    I think you need full face protection, be safe

  • @gregoryburkhead7813
    @gregoryburkhead7813 3 года назад +1

    Does the helmet fog up

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад +1

      I haven’t had an issue with much fogging. I won’t say there’s zero but it’s barely any

  • @Ronald000
    @Ronald000 Год назад +1

    What size is your helmet

  • @stephc2619
    @stephc2619 3 года назад +1

    Ur video make me buy all protection gear 😅it look good as well lol

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      That’s great I’m glad I was able to influence you to do the right thing. We definitely need to gear up and protect ourselves when riding

  • @krecikowi
    @krecikowi 3 года назад +1

    If you ride ~15 mph, easy ride on a nice sidewalk most likely you don't need body armor :)

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  3 года назад

      You always need safety gear no matter what. Even a fall at 15 miles an hour can really hurt you and break things

    • @krecikowi
      @krecikowi 3 года назад

      @@ThaBlackCobra I'm not saying not to wear it, but for slow rides I would not wear full body armor. It also creates impression that those things are super dangerous...

    • @krecikowi
      @krecikowi 3 года назад

      Three weeks later and you are in hospital. I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you will have full recovery.

  • @johnnoschese7194
    @johnnoschese7194 2 года назад +1

    Helmets are the MOST important piece of safety gear, if you break an arm or leg you have to wear a cast, maybe surgery. You crack your skull, you have to learn to walk and talk again.

  • @bobbypo7824
    @bobbypo7824 2 года назад

    aye yo mind if I know what hat you are wearing?

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад

      All the gear I’m wearing in the video is listed in the description of the video

  • @tiaguerra7002
    @tiaguerra7002 4 года назад +1

    I like ur dark glass helmet2,but its2$$

  • @zenyachty8999
    @zenyachty8999 Год назад +1

    I met this hippie with over 20k miles on his Nikola rode his wheel in sandals 😂

  • @eBoard3R
    @eBoard3R 2 года назад +1

    ⚡🤙🏼⚡🤙🏼⚡

  • @Oxxygen_io
    @Oxxygen_io Год назад +1

    I don’t get people who are not at least wearing a helmet. If you break a leg, it can heal. If you get brain damage, you will likely never have the same cognitive capacity again. Also the safety gear looks bad ass!

  • @thesum3312
    @thesum3312 5 месяцев назад +1

    I've been driving cars for over 20 years. You people (noob drivers who lack real experience) are clueless, truly clueless about safety. Wear your gear, but what about driving experience?

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  18 дней назад

      I agree there is no replacing experience

  • @arieswaters
    @arieswaters 2 года назад +1

    Too much annoying music in my face

    • @ThaBlackCobra
      @ThaBlackCobra  2 года назад

      I love music and that’s part of what drives me. I’m sorry I’m sorry if it annoyed you

  • @zenyachty8999
    @zenyachty8999 Год назад

    I wear nothing