2008 Leisure Taiwan: Safety first before sporting
Monday, July 21, 2008
Since current issues involving oil price increases, energy-saving and carbon-decreasing have gained public attention, the bicycle has become a popular product as everyone wants to own one. But some industrial businesspeople have pointed out a critical issue on bicycle riding, that is, personal security (safety).
Jack Cheng-kuan Hsieh, Chairman of KHS Mountain Bike Corp., discussed some of the dangers of cycling with Wikinews Journalist Rico Shen as part of a press conference.
Image: Rico Shen.
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All the riders wanted to circle around the Taiwan or the other places but [they] often ignored several critical issues especially pre-tour preparations. Damages or accidents often caused with lack of preparations. Therefore, choosing a proper [cycling] lane, planning well, and doing necessary preventions are considered critical and must-be-done elements when riding a bicycle. In addition, proper clothing should be adapted in different weathers, and last but not least, DO NOT RIDE WHEN IT'S BAD WEATHER! | 
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In addition to Hsieh, Wikinews also interviewed Frank Feng-chou Kuo, Technical Chair of International Association of Ultra Runners. Following is an extract from his comments made to Wikinews Journalist Rico Shen:
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Whether a sport requires endurance or not, competitors should prepare fully before competing in any event. In most cases, accidents are often caused by the lack of preparation before an event. |
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In general, when sporting anytime and anywhere, preparations should be made for better performance and safety, whether it involves more or less endurance or physical strength.
Image Highlights
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Jack Hsieh, Chairman of KHS Mountain Bike Corp.
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Accidents in the Taipei International Express Marathon were ever taken place in 1996 and 2007.
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A typical example of racing accident - NASCAR race.
Image: Wayne Whaley of Eagle Shooter. -
More preparations, more safety assurances.
Image: Rico Shen.
