...Helmet has released seven studio albums and two compilation albums. The band found mainstream success with their 1992 major label debut Meantime, which debuted at number 68 on the Billboard 200, with singles "Unsung" and "In the Meantime". After the release of Betty (1994) and Aftertaste (1997), Helmet broke up in 1998, but reformed in 2004. The band released their fifth album, Size Matters, later that year and it was their last release on their longtime label Interscope Records. They were briefly signed with Warcon Records, who released their sixth album, Monochrome, on July 18, 2006. Currently, Helmet are signed to Work Song Records, who released their seventh album Seeing Eye Dog. Contents [hide] 1 History 1.1 Early years (1989–1991) 1.2 Mainstream success (1992–1998) 1.3 Aftermath and subsequent projects (1999–2003) 1.4 Reunion (2004–present) 2 In media 3 Discography 3.1 Studio albums 3.2 Compilations 4 Members 5 See also 6 References 7 External links [edit] History [edit] Early years (1989–1991) After Hamilton had left the Band of Susans, Helmet formed in early 1989. They were spotted by Tom Hazelmyer and signed to Amphetamine Reptile Records, releasing their debut 7 inch single, "Born Annoying", later that year. AmRep released their first album, Strap it On, in 1990. Helmet was acclaimed as a "Thinking person's heavy metal band." Eschewing the traditional heavy metal image of long hair and black clothing, the band...
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...Mandatory Need for Motorcycle Helmets The NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) estimates that helmets saved 1,784 motorcyclists from death in 2007. If all motorcyclists had worn helmets, an additional 800 lives could have been saved. As an avid motorcycle operator, I have been in a few close calls of my own. Luckily for me, if something would have occurred, I would have at least been safer due to my motorcycle helmet. It is safe to say that thousands of lives could be saved each year by national adoption of universal helmet laws. From 1984 through 1995, helmets saved the lives of more than 7,400 motorcyclists. However, more than 6,300 additional deaths could have been prevented if all riders had been wearing helmets (tntrafficsafety.org). There are minor debates about one not feeling comfortable while riding with a helmet because of to the weight of it. However, manufacturers make carbon fiber helmets that have virtually no weight. On average they weight around two to three pounds. They are a bit more expensive than your average helmet. However, one can’t put a price on life.But is it Safety should definitely be the underlying factor, especially since riding a motorcycle is already considered dangerous in itself. The analysis of fatal crash data from 2008 to 2010 showed 12 percent of motorcyclists in states with universal helmet laws were not wearing helmets, but 64 percent of riders...
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...Motorcycle Helmet Laws Jeff Boss Cardinal Stritch University Mike McKinnon MGT 301 BSM 02 3008 May 22, 2013 Motorcycle Helmet Laws Millions of people all over the United States choose motorcycles over automobiles for the thrill, speed, and high performance capabilities. Motorcycles do not provide the riders with the outer protection that cars provide; therefore, when one crashes, the results are usually much more serious. Injuries to the head are responsible for the majority of fatalities when dealing with motorcycle crashes many of which could have been prevented had the rider been wearing a helmet. For this reason, some states have adopted the motorcycle helmet law. This law has created a great deal of controversy. One side supports the law and another side argues that the law is unconstitutional and it violates our right to freedom. The motorcycle law to wear helmets should be banned because the helmet impairs the rider’s peripheral vision, impairs the rider’s hearing, and the helmet violates a rider’s freedom of choice. The motorcycle law to wear helmets should be banned because some helmets will affect the rider’s vision. When a motorcyclist wears a helmet, the rider’s peripheral vision can be decreased by the helmet. With losing any part of the riders peripheral vision can be very dangerous for the rider and their passengers. A study done by McKnight, (2007) found that a rider wearing a full faced helmet has to rotate his or her head an additional 18 degrees more...
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...best partner at riding, and the other type: Those who have not felt this sensation yet. This kind of person is always surprised and admired for those who ride. They say: “Aren’t you afraid of riding your motorcycle?”, “You are risking your life every time you go out there on that”, “Put always your helmet on”. This last sentence, I have heard it countless times and from different kinds of persons, even people that I do not know, but they are always worried and say: “An accident can happen any time, so better put it on every time”. I know that riding motorcycles bring at the same time a huge risk of having an accident or fall down just because of the road is not at the perfect conditions; hence, professional riders had the task to reduce fatal collisions and increase the safety of the motorcyclist. Safety wear and safety skills have been made to eliminate the chance of having a mishap. Here is where the controversy shows up: Making the riders to use a helmet vs teaching the riders about how to use the motorcycle and also clarify the drivers how to really share the road without problems. Education is the best way to avoid an accident if an event suddenly shows up, wearing a helmet is only one slice of a big cake of safety that should be up to you if you want to take only one...
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...Motorcycle Helmets Motorcycle riders drastically endanger their lives by not wearing helmets when riding their bikes. There have been many studies stating that wearing helmets could drastically save lives. Other studies have stated that it’s the drivers of automobiles which do not look out for motorcycles while driving is a real danger. Helmets will never produce a 100% survival rate but wearing them will increase your odds. Motorcycle helmets are necessary because they could save lives, help insurance premiums decrease, and they are required in other states. Some studies have shown that helmets could save one's life during an accident. Two-thirds of most accidents are caused by car drivers not paying attention to cyclists on the road. Helmets that are standard-approved with a recognized safety certification, American (ANSI Z90.4 or SNELL) should be worn while riding. Polystyrene layer inside helmets compresses to absorb the force of an impact. Helmets worn correctly and are standard- approved will reduce the risk of head injury by 85%, brain injury by 88% and severe brain injury by 75%. Due to, wearing helmets while riding motorcycles insurance premiums may reduce. Wearing helmets not only save lives, but insurance companies benefit from this also. In recent figures, 3,300 lives have been saved from wearing helmets and $4,638,173,956 saved with 100% helmet usage. Not wearing helmets has caused one's insurance deductibles to increase...
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...Helmets have undergone many changes through the years. In the early part of the 20th century, players wore leather helmets to protect their heads from significant trauma. Chin straps and leather pieces that covered the ears were added to the basic helmet form. Plastic helmets were manufactured in the 1940s and were used in the 1950s. Since the 1950s, padding has been added to the front, back and sides of the helmet to protect players' skulls from violent collisions and improving their chances of walking away from a clash with fewer injuries. Shoulder Pads Shoulder pads first started to be worn by players shortly after 1910. President Teddy Roosevelt had decried football as a violent game and said changes were going to have to be made to protect...
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...Assignment 3: Helmets Save Lives: A Problem Exists Kelli L Adams ENG215231SC043-1148-001 Professor Priscilla Patten Strayer University October 29, 2014 Assignment 3: Helmets Save Lives: A Problem Exists Introduction Motorcycles are a way of life to some people. “Life” is the reason these cyclists and their passengers should be bound by the law to wear helmets. The lives of these cyclists are just as important as the lives of individuals who choose to ride on four wheels. Motorcycle helmets are the most important protective gear a cyclist could wear to enforce the safety of them and their passengers just like a seatbelt protect the lives of motor vehicle operators. Let’s help cyclists live by requiring them to wear the necessary protective gear when they are on the road. History of Universal Helmet Regulation: An Overview of the Problem The universal helmet legislation requires motorcycle riders of all ages to wear helmets. The passing of this legislation has been a prudent and contentious problem with sweeping public health consequences because motorcycle mortalities continue to escalate. As of 2008, only 20 states had implemented this helmet policy. (Homer & French, 2009) In the 1980s and early 1990s, deadly motorcycle crashes were on the decline but began to increase in the late 1990s. In 2006, the number of motorcycle riders killed was 11% of the total traffic deaths, which is the highest account ever. (Homer & French, 2009) Only 19 states...
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...of recall that motorcycle owners need to be aware of. Recall notices can also be issued for helmets and accessories. That means your super cool helmet, your killer handle bars or some other accessory may be unsafe. Helmet and accessory recalls are serious. Helmets are subject to recalls if they fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. These helmets may not adequately protect a user in the event of a head impact during a crash. Recalled accessories may have parts that can fail or come loose, or present some other serious safety issue. False, missing or incomplete labeling...
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...Motorcycle helmet, why? It is known that the National Traffic Act requires the use of helmets when riding on motorcycles or mopeds. However, many people do not use it. The mandatory use seems logical given that both vehicles have a body that demonstrates no restraint in a collision or rollover, and that the mere loss of balance on the bike means hitting the head against the hard ground. And the head is not as hard as the floor. Why wear a helmet Helmets save lives by preventing or absorbing the shock and head injuries that could be devastating and disabling. Motorcyclists who do not wear helmets have much higher risk of death or permanent injury. The General Accounting Office of the United States (GAO) has been studied and proven that:...
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...Should Children Wear Helmets? Are helmets important to wear? My partner and I believe that helmets need to be worn by every child in order to keep them safe. If you wear a helmet while you are riding your bike, skating, or other activities where you can get hurt it will protect you. “Do you think that helmets are important to wear?” If you do not, hopefully we can change your thinking. Many people believe that helmets are not important to wear, but we strongly believe that they are. Helmets are important because if you don’t wear one, you can fall and hurt yourself. Another reason why helmets are important is because when you are playing and doing outdoor activities it protects you from falling off and getting injured. Many people don’t wear...
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...Persuasive Paper Part 1 Jo Ratliff Professor Danny Meadows English 215 November 8, 2015 The monetary cost associated with not wearing a motorcycle helmet is extreme. The loss of life is even more distressing. In recent years we have seen an increase in motorcycle accident injuries and fatalities. Head injury is the leading cause of death in motorcycle crashes. According to a government study posted on PubMed (2012), the un-helmeted motorcyclist has more severe injuries than the motorcyclist wearing a helmet. The result is longer hospital stays, possible care after the hospital and higher medical expenses (Boarini DJ, 2012). Society shares the burden with the families of the motorcyclist involved. Insurance cost increases and if the injured person does not have medical, those cost are passed on to the consumer. Before considering owning and riding a motorcycle, the risk associated with not wearing a helmet needs to be considered. The issue of whether or not to wear a helmet is extremely controversial. Some motorcyclists take an emotional stand, stating that to ride with or without a helmet is their choice. They go on to say that taking that choice away is taking away their freedom. Everyone makes choices and decisions every day. Deciding not to become another statistic by wearing a helmet is a good choice. Wearing a helmet when riding a motorcycle should be as commonplace as fastening your seatbelt before you start your car. There are always advertisements reminding us to...
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...passengers to wear helmets? Millions of people all over the United States choose motorcycles over automobiles for the thrill, speed, and high performance capabilities. Motorcycles do not provide the riders with the outer protection that cars provide; therefore, when one crashes, the results are usually much more serious. Injuries to the head are responsible for the majority of fatalities when dealing with motorcycle crashes many of which could have been prevented had the rider been wearing a helmet. For this reason, some states have adopted the motorcycle helmet law. This law has created a great deal of controversy. One side supports the law and another side argues that the law is unconstitutional and it violates our right to freedom. The motorcycle law to wear helmets should be banned because the helmet impairs the rider’s peripheral vision, impairs the rider’s hearing, and the helmet violates a rider’s freedom of choice. The motorcycle law to wear helmets should be banned because some helmets will affect the rider’s vision. When a motorcyclist wears a helmet, the rider’s peripheral vision can be decreased by the helmet. With losing any part of the riders peripheral vision can be very dangerous for the rider and their passengers. A study done by McKnight, (2007) found that a rider wearing a full faced helmet has to rotate his or her head an additional 18 degrees more, so the rider can be aware of their surroundings. If the rider fails to compensate for wearing the helmet, the rider...
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...Helmet You should wear a helmet because it can save you from injuries.Helmets can prevent you from many severe injuries.Like concussions that can make you lose memory.Many people have been hurt and even died becuase they did not wear helmets.Many people say that they're so good at riding they don't need helmets. Even famous skaters like tony hawk wear helmets.Even if you think you're so good, but you should wear a helmet, it even doesn't have to be a big one but still wear one.You can even make your helmet look cool with the colors .Just waer a helmet .Many people have been hurt because they did not have a helmet. Head injuries can cause serious problems to the brain or the skull. It can prevent serious head injuries in cases like memory...
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...Saving Lives: Why All States Should Require Motorcyclists and Passengers to Wear Helmets By Janeal Pope Assignment 3: A Problem Exist ENG215: Research &Writing Pro. Dorothy J Valentine May 3, 2014 Abstract The impact is horrendous. It feels like I am rolling and tumbling forever. I feel my skin burning from sliding on the pavement; my head was traumatized as I continued to roll before finally coming to a stop. My husband recalls the night of his terrible motorcycle accident. Motorcyclists should be required to wear helmets in all states in order to be consistent, to avoid serious head injuries, and to reduce the amount of deaths due to accidents. Inconsistent The first universal motorcycle helmet law was legislated in 1967, and accepted in all but three states. Currently, half the states require helmets for all motorcyclists. Illinois, Iowa, and New Hampshire are the only states that don’t require motorcyclists to wear helmets (Governors Highway Safety Association, 2014). The federal government has twice enacted universal helmet laws, and then repealed them. In 1976, Congress revoked federal authority to assess penalties for noncompliance and states began to weaken helmet laws to apply, only to young or novice riders (Governors Highway Safety Association, 2014). Thirty-one states have had a universal helmet law repealed (undo law: to officially end the validity of something such as a law). The fact that the law has been repealed on several occasions...
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...Explain how risk factors can be minimised by utilisation of preventive measures Helmet: Contact sports usually involve wearing protective head gear, due to the high risk of head injuries and the potential damage such injuries can cause; these sports include rugby and American football, for example. Helmets are almost always worn when there is a risk of head injuries caused by high speed impact or accidents; examples of these sports include cycling, motor racing and bobsleighing. Helmets are also worn by batsmen in cricket to protect the head from the hard ball, which travels extremely fast when it has left the bowler’s hand as the helmet absorbs the shock of the ball and therefore minimises the effect on the batter. Shin pads: Shin pads are worn in many sports to support and protect the shins and ankles; wearing shin pads can help to prevent injuries such as fractures and sprains as well as reducing the likelihood of suffering from bruising and swelling. Shin pads are commonly worn in football, hockey and ice hockey. They minimise the risk of an injury as the plastic gets inbetween the other player and your shin while absorbing some of the shock. Gum shield: A gum shield is extremely important in many physical sports such as rugby and boxing as there is a high chance of the participant getting g hit in the jaw/head, the reason why the gum shield is extremely important when minimising the risk of injuries as gum shields reduce cuts to the lip, mouth and tongue, protect teeth...
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