Used Gear - How to best pass it on?

[rastuscat]

I've been in the motorcycle safety game for several decades.

In that time, I've collected several jackets, pairs of pants, various other gear. Some gets worn more than others.

I see people every day riding in shocking gear, shorts, t-shirts, that sort of thing. How do we get across to those people that ATGATT isn't just a vague notion, because asphalt isn't a snack.

I'd gladly donate some of my unused gear, if there was a mechanism to do that.

I know that my gear is used, but surely it's better than bugger all.

[BMWST?]

On a related note I see that Ausie are going to mandate hi Viz and gloves for motorcyclists. I can only suggest a recycle shop at the tip or another similar outlet. They may not be keen because of limited appeal.

[F5 Dave]

Gloves makes Good sense as some people have limited imagination.
Hi vis that's more of a choice. Maybe worthwhile for commuting in shitty weather where conspicuity is paramount.
For much of Aussie though other vehicles aren't likely your issue out of cities. Same here really.

[F5 Dave]

But yes. Agree with OP. How to get gear out there too people who don't think they need it. . .

[rastuscat]

On a related note I see that Ausie are going to mandate hi Viz and gloves for motorcyclists. I can only suggest a recycle shop at the tip or another similar outlet. They may not be keen because of limited appeal.

Enforcement is always the problem with legislating things.

Politicians and bureaucrats think something is a great idea, when they have no idea how to practically enforce it.

Lets watch how many additional chases lead to injury and death because some disqualified or unlicenced motorcyclist who isn't wearing gloves get's the red/blues from Police. Who will be blamed when the chase ends in tears.

On the up side, this rule may lead to unlicensed and disqualified motorcyclists wearing gloves and hi-viz, to avoid being caught.

The unintended consequences of mandatory this and that can be interesting.

[FLUB]

I kind of understand why idiots wear shorts and t-shirts when it's hot, but how does their brain not see that gloves are the abolute minimum. Gravel rash on legs and arms will be agony but will be mostly fixed with skin grafts (eventually). However, in any fall our natural instinct is to put out our hands. Nerves cannot be replaced by grafts so all touch sensation is lost forever.

I don't believe most of them will be educated until it's too late and I guess even gloves are not seen as cool.

Maybe donate your stuff to a charity shop as they are very well frequented these days. I know I often find bargains.

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