What gear did I crash in? EUC Safety Gear 101
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Gears gives you 7 lives! Predator helmet is next on my list!
Love that "Falling is part of this hobby". Very true words!
I just bought my first one, and I keep seeing ATGATT - All The Gear All The Time.
I am glad you are feeling better now.
I did the mod on knee guard . thanks for sharing!!
Great presentation, Jennifer.
Thank you. ☺️
Thank God everybody is ok. That was gnarly.
What a thoughtful video. Thanks for the info.
Thanks for watching
Awesome 😎 thanks Jennifer!!🙏
Thanks for watching
Thanks for the update. Glad more or less everything is OK. Thanks for the heads up on the Bohn shorts. I just ordered some to try. I have always wanted something like that as it seems that your hips are the first thing to hit however, the ones on amazon are huge and bulky.
The bohn summer shorts with the upgraded armor are the thinnest padded shorts I’ve found. They’re still not comfortable but better then all the other padded shorts.
Great & informative
Glad ur ok. All helmets are designed for a single impact (due to possible internal damage that’s not visible); unless you send it back to manufacturer for inspection.
Love your videos, JC. The 2 things I regret never having done while still in Portland are the group rides and using Rev Rides. Yes, the Flexmeter wrist guards are cumbersome, but I've gotten used to them. Since I've gotten a faster wheel and have been riding faster, It's probably time to upgrade the full-faced mountain biking helmet to the next level. Portland drivers are much more considerate of non-automobile means of transportation than they are in AZ. I am in Portland for a visit this weekend, but took a huge, non-EUC spill last week and have also been off the EUC for about a week. Even after riding it for years, I still marvel at how much fun it is to ride almost every time I get on it.
Taking a spill is never fun. It’s important to take time to recover. When I was at the hospital the dr told me the most dangerous thing about having a concussion is having a repeated fall, and we are at a greater risk of falling after a fall. 🤔
Sorry to hear about your crash. I'm an old guy (70 years old), and planning to stick with my V8F, mostly riding at 10 to 15 mph on local paved bike trails or private streets near my home. I wear a Bell Super 3R MIPS helmet, 187 wrist guards, and Leatt dual axis (XXL, I have large calf muscles). In another EUC video about shoes, someone recommend Broger California motorcycle shoes. In addition to the laces, they have a zipper on the side to put the shoes on or take them off.
It’s nice to have more power to have it when you need it. I bet you’d feel amazing on a KingSong 16X or 18XL
@@EUC_Crush - my car has a high hatch back with a 1 foot wide "deck". To avoid back issues, I brace one hand on the deck, and use the other arm to lift my EUC to load or unload it from the hatch back area. I work out with free weights, and routinely lift 45 lb plates with one arm, but I'm not sure how much of a strain 55 lbs would be. Although 16X and 18XL have more acceleration (torque) and speed than V8F, the V8F manages to out-brake them. The private streets near my home are cambered towards the center, so the thinner tire on the 18XL would have less issue with tram tracking on those streets. I also ride a 2001 Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle, so my riding hobby time is split between the bike and the EUC. An S18 would be smoother, but I weigh 190 lbs, and the max weight rating was reduced to 200lbs, and the P42A battery pack isn't going to make much difference since the fuses remain at 20A per pack, for the same total of 60A. You just get a bit less voltage sag, which isn't an issue until you get down to 50% charge or less.
lol u dont need gear that slow
@@rcgldr hey at least ur more interesting than most old people. but way too much gear for 15mph
@@Blox117 - I wear hitop hiking boots, since wearing them alleviates calf pain I was getting with soft sole shoes. My max speed is 18 mph GPS (Inmotion app shows 7% higher), as at 187 lbs, I don't trust the V8F to be able to recover from a bump or dip that slows it down and having to catch back up. If riding slower, it's just the helmet and wrist guards.
Sorry to hear about your crash! Like you say it is part of the game. Hope you heal up fast both physically and mentally. I've been down this road many times myself I feel for you.🙏🏻
Aww ☺️ thanks. The first couple of days were rough and I went through a wave of emotions.
It sucks to be taken out by some punk kid drunk cyclist, I should’ve been doing something epic 😜🤙🚀
@@EUC_Crush part of the reason I hate mass gatherings and ride outs. To many unpredictable personalities and novice riders, people showing out and riding above their skill sets. Anyway you are all good that's all that matters now. Thank goodness for the gear.
@@electric_dreamin3518 gear makes me a much more confident rider.
I feel you on the group rides. My core winter crew has well over 10,000 miles each and now we have new people with 30 miles on a pint snow up at the Friday night ride. The skill levels continues to divide as does the pev abilities.
I advise changing the laces on the boot to some kind Quicklaces. Saves alot of time.
Bobble bee is my next purchase. Shirt and shorts need to be lol.
For a wrist guards, Flexmeters are epic.
Yes ride safe.
I just got wrist guards today.
Had a accident and didn't have them.
Had my fullface helmet
Knee and elbow guards
But no wrist guards😩
But 2 bones in my wrist and my single finger AKA Middle finger.
We all fall.
Thanks ride safe
Scootlanda..
Jimmy Chang recommends the Predator DH6-xg helmet as well, lighter than the TSG Pass and better air venting.
DIdn't realize your helmet broke like that. Glad you're ok and back riding. Very useful info, i've been eyeing a motocross helmet to replace my fox proframe, looks like it's time to do so.
It’s hard to find the right helmet. It’s a balance of weight, accessible vision, venting and cost. I’m still in search of the perfect helmet. It couldn’t hurt to have more then one for as much as I ride. 🚀
@@EUC_Crush which would would you recommend?
@@Miguel-ve1lh I have been through a few DH bike helmets but they all aren’t enough protection. I just ordered a dirt bike helmet that’s dot approved. I’ll let you know how it goes once I make a decision
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Great safety brief! You're right, Bell doesn't offer much quality. I also concur on ankle support, I my ankles are so fragile so I wear combat boots and they always protect my feet and ankles. Speed hurts!
Try motto high top shoes. They are restrictive only if walking up stairs. For riding, well at least for me no issue. A bit heavy but way better protection.
HJC i80 helmet which is like a cross between motto an dirt bike helmet. Has flip up to drink your coffe while riding and a bit more of vents, is still heavy and blocks sound a bit but good protection
It’s time to replace mine also. I bought a TGS and the predator. Hopefully I like them as much as my Fox Pro
Interesting! Which do you prefer ??
I've done extreme sports for years. I wish I'd have come around to protective gear sooner.
Sometimes it takes a hard crash to figure it out. Had a close friend break his arm last night and another friend break his arm 2 weeks prior. Sucks to learn the hard way, falling is part of this hobby.
I crashed hard about a week ago wearing some decent gear... had some obstacles I didn't clear and crashed chest first into a rock pile. ouch. I feel possibly half your pain
Unfortunately falling is part of riding. Every fall makes us better rider, it takes time to recover after a hard fall. Hope you heal quickly ❤️🩹
never lose that STOKE!
I'm glad you were pretty much unscathed.
I wasn't unscathed. I had to go to the ER to get a CT scan. It was traumatic and painful, no broken bones.
I upgraded after my first bad fall with chest and back protection, and also got knee braces. Glad you're OK and still riding! PS how do the new boots feel?
I like the Fox V3 carbon fiber motocross helmet. I use it every day while riding my Onewheel GT. It has already been through 10+ crashes and is holding up well. I bought the Fox V3 as a recommendation from Cooch Tech. I also wear a Leatt 6.5 chest protector mated to a Leatt 6.5 neck brace. The chest protector neck brace combo is nice insurance that few riders gear up for, as it limits neck movement in a crash and can prevent whiplash and God forbid, a broken neck.
I could use a little advice from you, as I am a Onewheel rider who has a 126v EUC (Kingsong S22) on order. Any advice on transitioning from the Onewheel to a EUC would be greatly appreciated.
whoa! i got confuzed😵💫 did you loop the part about helmet? seen it in the beginning .looking at bell for my slow trail riding. glad you’re ok. 🤙
Love my Knox protection, esp gloves.. i dont wear wrist guards i prefer full knox gloves, they looklike the devils glove and they have finger protection on each finger like a dragons back. Stay safe
Oh lala! I have not seen the Knox gloves. I love their upper body piece, I’ll have to check those gloves out.
Can you give me any idea on the sizing? I normally wear a small with the gloves because most gear is for men.
A possible downside to lots of gear is that it make you over confident, take more risks and go faster and then you crash harder.
That’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard. Put some miles on and you’ll understand. I’ve seen SO many accidents and gear saves everyone from serious injuries. Keep on riding.
Hey just found you… we met in Portland Sray safe…!
I use motorcycle helmets. Because at 30 mph you want good protection. But of course the helmet will also be heavy. With the motorcross helmet I can hear the beeps. With the street helmet, I cannot.
I use motorcycle shoes with protection for toes, ankles and heel.
I use a (cheap) upper body protector.
The usual knee and wrist protection.
I also have motorcycle gloves, but I only wear them if it's cold.
That is my point, it’s hard to balance the heaviness/closed sound of the moto helmet with the lighter protection, more open face/noise, downhill esk8 helmets.
I would like more transparency in the safety ratings.
Have you looked into the poc arctic spin helmets?
@@rainz2133 yes I have
@@rainz2133 I did look at the POC helmets. I heard some good things about them but couldn’t find any to try on locally and ran out of time to try them on. I would still like to have the opportunity to try one on.
@@EUC_Crush moto cross are more like mtb but higher protection..street helmets are the big round ones..you want moto x
Shout out to CLARK PADS!!!! THANKS TO FOLKS AT CLARK PADS COMPANY!!!!
Hell yeah 🎉 Clark bumpers for the win 🥇 I appreciate their generosity in the community
Hello Jennifer, I have a boblbee pro waist belt added to my pack. Its like added padding to protect your waist. Was just thinking, since you already have the pack... also was looking into the bohn armored pants and the predator helmet myself, kinda pricey but let us know what you think of it when it comes in. BTW, your avatar... is that a razor crazy cart?? Stay safe
That’s is the razor cart! That thing is intense and dangerous 😂
Good point in the pro waist belt for the boblebee, that is a good option.
I heard that for any helmet in a crash is basically done and you would need to get a new one.
Yes, that is my understanding as well.
I've "crashed" (very low speed) twice this weekend, pedals scrapped my Achilles heels through the fabric of my clothes, so considering high boots.
Your mention of compression knee sleeves took me off guard, i've never considered using them. They are that useful/helpful? I'm a older guy and i guess some support would help knee pain 🤔.
Thanks for the information, will definitively mull this over.
The compression sleeves makes a HUGE difference with knee pain. The sleeves take the sting away from bumps in the road. A no brainer if you have tender knees.
@@EUC_Crush ill give it a shot, thanks! One small question : would you recommend the outside of the compression sleeves to be as grippy as possible or something smooth that doesnt grip at the pants 🤔?
@@mattca353 I don’t see any reason for them to be grippy. I just got a pair off of Amazon. Searched for “compression sleeve”
I see a lot of people with the TSG Pass Pro helmet and have been considering picking one up. Kinda pricey though...
The TSG was way to circular for my head. My head shape is oval not round. That’s why I choose the predator over the tsg. I actually bought and sold a tsg because of the awkward sizing on my head
A cheaper alternative is the Steelbird Air SBA2. Kelly Chameleon wears them.
I do find it amusing that people only upgrade after they crash. Everyone will spend thousands of dollars to upgrade their wheel but won't spend $250 on a helmet which IMO is cheap. Research and try on different brands. Keep in mind you research tech, don't sacrifice safety because of weight. There are plenty of brands that are lightweight, have visibility, and fit your head. People buy those TSG/Predator helmets but sacrifice proper padding and protection from a direct hit and are relatively cheap. Those helmets only really properly protect from sliding rolling falls. Hospital bills are more expensive than any piece of gear.
@@tylerstites3364 Keep in mind she was going a relatively slow speed. For that helmet, its probably fine. You will always be playing the percentages on bike helmets versus actual full coverage helmets. As for the head talk unit, I do believe in a slow crash that it could do more damage than in a high speed impact in catching and twisting you head.
Are you still taking suggestions for the name of your website? I suggest "THE CHRONICLES OF 'CRASH CRUSHER'. Who wouldn't want to go to that site?
I bought the hillbilly gloves and cut a slit under the first joint of each thumb. Lets me slip a thumb out and use my phone without taking the whole glove off.
I have the same Bell Air helmet left from my S18... I just bought a V13 wheel and I'm wondering if I need a better helmet
obviously bro..get one of those ece rated moto helmets
yep full finger gloves, your hand take the first hardest part of am impact most of the time, no Brainer, be carefull
I Feel like I’m doing pretty well with around 11,000 miles under my belt. The serious falls shake you up. Ride safe 🚀🤙
Where do you get the hand mirror from?
I wear a real motor cycle helmet, making sure it's dot approved. Cause we are going new level of speeds. Don't care if it's heavy. Saw your post about selling the Max, I thought you love the wheel?
I do love the max, I also am having financial difficulties 😕
It's very possible that Bell will send you a new helmet for free. I wear a Bell Super DH and if I understood correctly the documentation said Bell will send a new helmet for free after a crash. I know I'm a year late to see this. 🤣
I contacted them, they offered me a 30% off coupon code 🤷♀️
@@EUC_Crush I guess that's better than nothing. I knew they promised something. It's likely that I remembered wrong. 🙂
I've been wearing my scorpion EXO 420 helmet here lately while out cruising.
@@EUC_Crush yep. I remembered wrong. Sorry about that. It's 30% off for the Super DH also.
that helmet is realy just for bicycle riding, not euc. For euc highly recommend true motorcycle helmet
40 mph is too much! I can touch 55 kph with my V11, but I prefer to set the limit at 30 kph.
We like to go fast in portland 🚀 seriously though, once you get a bigger diameter wheel, 40mph feels like 30mph
@@EUC_Crush My speed limit is 30 kph (kilometers, not miles)... and 40 mph is 65 kph, a crazy speed!!!
My bike is a 600 cc, it can reach over 210 kph, they are comparable to 65 kph of an EUC! Honestly it is an exaggerated speed, I can touch it occasionally, but normally I would travel much more cautiously.
Hi there i would like to buy your exn HT?
Not for sale, you can use mt referral links to buy one new from any of the vendors.
you should get a moto helmet at least
I love how people will wear knee pads and completely ignore elbows, shoulders and back. I wear fox titan motorcycle armor, that I also use for dirt biking. I've gone down hard on both my dirt bike and esk8. Walked away each time with no injuries. Even after slamming my back into a tree in a dirt bike crash.
I gear up every time and get made fun of frequently for it. Happy I did this time.
@@EUC_Crush Yep always gear up, who cares what others think or say. I always wear clothing over my pads, many people just think I'm jacked. Most don't realize I'm wearing body armor and knee pads, unless I say somehting.
@@floodedcarb7028 I was thinking about getting a motorcycle pant with armor built in. Another trip to cycle gear. 🚀
@@EUC_Crush I tried them but I found them to warm and they restricted my movement on the board when carving. Could he fine for an EUC. That's one thing I should get is hip protection. I've never hit my hips but better safe than sorry. If you ever get upper body armor like I have. Dirt bike jerseys are great to wear over them, they let a lot of airflow through.
@everyday tenor I am wearing a motorcycle jacket, definitely time to upgrades the padded shorts and knee guards but I am geared up basically in all the things you cover in your statement to me. My will is up to date.
I am a responsible rider and ride with a very strong crew. I have over 10,000 miles. I ordered my new helmet which is DOT and a snell approved. I appreciate the advice, I think I’m doing Better than most as far as safety gear goes but there is always that next piece to upgrade as our skills and wheels progress.
I would step up your safety gear for better equipment like motocross gear & helmet that will save your life.
I did get a Scorpion EXO-R1 CARBON AIR for fall and winter and replaced my bell 3R with the bell DH for summer/trail riding.
9:13 Oh, so it is not only the bumpers, you also wear the shoes viceversa... that's why you fell, girl! Please wear the shoes normally! :P
lol you crazy
@@EUC_Crush haha don't take it so hard, I have a daughter your age
just getting into EUCs and imo everyone needs to wear motorcycle helmets. i am shocked at the junk helmets EUC riders wear. you are basically on a one wheeled motorcycle. wearing a motorcycle helmet will quickly build up the weak neck muscles and teach you to keep your head on a swivel looking left and right at all times. problem solved. multimillionaire gp moto riders wear motorcycle helmets at 200+ mph. millions of motorcycle riders wear motorcycle helmets at high speeds with the need for great peripheral vision at all times. if you don't like regular motorcycle helmets i would go with a motocross motorcycle helmet
Can it dude this is the wrong audience. People here know about safety. Go find a skatepark or something. Just wear a helmet before you start preaching to them.
And you're wrong like a newbie would be. Should always wear something, but dress for the occasion. You know your ride styles. You dont need to be dressed like robocop to ride 10mph down a bike lane next to grandma and her 2 dogs.