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[quote=Schneed10;319482]You make a good argument. When making any decision, you weigh risks vs rewards. I see the risks associated with riding a bike as significant, and I think you recognize the risks as well. Where we differ is the reward. I perceive no reward from riding a bike because I see cars/motorbikes as strictly a means of transportation and not at all a joy, but you get a big kick out of bikes. So you're right, definitely chalk that up to differences between us and so I have to admit you are right on that one: to each his own.

With football, I'd perceive the reward (millions of dollars) to be well worth the risks (aches, pains, trouble walking later in life, and a tiny risk of paralysis).

So in the end, I'll retract. I can't call riding motorcycles "dumb" as a general blanket statement. But I will say that, as in Lavar's case, if you have kids and a spouse depending upon you for livelihood, then riding a motorcycle would be considered selfish and a poor decision for their sake.[/quote]


Agreed. Now that I am off my soapbox I'll let you in on a little secret. Upon learning of my wife's pregnancy, I quit riding and sold my bike. I won't be riding until our son is at least in college. The risk of not being able to be a father to him was much greater than the personal reward I recieve from riding. Others will have a different opinion.

I can only hope that Lavar was wise with the money he made and is financially prepared for life after football. Frankly, with his personality, I think he could transition well to broadcasting with a little practice.

I wish him a speedy recovery.

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

[quote=Mc2guy;319487]Agreed. Now that I am off my soapbox I'll let you in on a little secret. Upon learning of my wife's pregnancy, I quit riding and sold my bike. I won't be riding until our son is at least in college. The risk of not being able to be a father to him was much greater than the personal reward I recieve from riding. Others will have a different opinion.

I can only hope that Lavar was wise with the money he made and is financially prepared for life after football. Frankly, with his personality, I think he could transition well to broadcasting with a little practice.

I wish him a speedy recovery.[/quote]

I admire that sacrifice you made to ensure you'd be there for your child. I'd definitely call that being a good dad.

As for Lavar, I do hope he gets better, which it sounds like he will. He's lucky, he can still be around to be a good father to his young'ns. Hopefully he thinks twice about heading out on the motorbike in the future, for their sake.

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

[quote=firstdown;319476]So when did the goverment ban abortion? Helmet laws are a state issue and some have helmet laws and some don't.[/quote]
back in the 70's?

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

[quote=firstdown;319474]I think more improtant its dumb because he now has children to raise and they need their father.[/quote]


And the people that die in CAR wrecks, bicycle deaths or just walking down the street, that happen to be parents, are different for what reason?

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

[QUOTE=Schneed10;319494]I admire that sacrifice you made to ensure you'd be there for your child. I'd definitely call that being a good dad.

As for Lavar, I do hope he gets better, which it sounds like he will. He's lucky, he can still be around to be a good father to his young'ns. Hopefully he thinks twice about heading out on the motorbike in the future, for their sake.[/QUOTE]

Well, heading out on a motorbike is fine...but how about get a license first? At least he was smart enough to wear a helmet.

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[quote=dmek25;319394]there is one thing that really bothers me. how come the govt can make places no smoking, and ban abortions, all in the eye of public safety. but people can drive a car 65 mph, while talking on cell phone? or you can drive a motorcycle mph, WITHOUT a helmet? isn't this stuff kind of unsafe?[/quote]

Calm down Karl Marx. The last thing we need are more government imposed restrictions....

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[QUOTE=Grim21Reaper;319560]Calm down Karl Marx. The last thing we need are more government imposed restrictions....[/QUOTE]

amen!!!

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

Give the guy a break. He was the best thing to happen to the Redskins in the last ten years. I know this sound crazy, but I fantasized that he would come back and play for the Skins. I hope the best for him, and I hope he finds a way back on the field.

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[QUOTE=T.O.Killa;319576]Give the guy a break. He was the best thing to happen to the Redskins in the last ten years. I know this sound crazy, but I fantasized that he would come back and play for the Skins. I hope the best for him, and I hope he finds a way back on the field.[/QUOTE]

I mean I wish him a healthy recovery, but "the best thing to happen to the Redskins in the last ten years"

Seriously? You're kidding right?

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

[quote=Grim21Reaper;319560]Calm down Karl Marx. [/quote]

Laugh out Loud. This made my night.

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

[QUOTE=T.O.Killa;319576]Give the guy a break. He was the best thing to happen to the Redskins in the last ten years. I know this sound crazy, but I fantasized that he would come back and play for the Skins. I hope the best for him, and I hope he finds a way back on the field.[/QUOTE]

I wouldn't call him the "best thing", but he was good for the Skins, and I think we all forget that.

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[QUOTE=dmek25;319539]back in the 70's?[/QUOTE]

Last time I checked abortion (except for partial birth abortion) is legal. Roe vs Wade legalized abortion and now all the debate is about overturning that ruling. Its on the news and in the paper about every-other day.

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[quote=dmek25;319539]back in the 70's?[/quote]

dmek, whatchu talkin bout, Willis?

You are aware that abortions are legal in the US, right?

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

Why would a guy who just got cut due to injuries be riding around on a crotch rocket before he got signed for 2007?

MORON!

Re: LaVar Arrington In Motorcycle Accident
 

[QUOTE=JDALY27;319803]Why would a guy who just got cut due to injuries be riding around on a crotch rocket before he got signed for 2007?

MORON![/QUOTE]

I think LA was beginning the process of putting football behind him and starting the rest of his life. He was out in Bowie on a business trip concerning the sports bar he is opening. Deep down I think LA knew his football career is over but this accident crystalizes that fact in his mind.