webfact Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 500 free helmets handed out to motorbike drivers in Patong By Kritsada Mueanhawong Patong Development Foundation together with Patong Police and Patong Municipality have given 500 helmets to motorbike drivers in Patong today under the campaign ‘Wear your helmet’. Handing out the 500 helmets to motorbike user in Patong was led by Patong Police Chief Col Anothai Jindamanee, Patong Municipality Chalermluck Kebsup and President of Patong Development Foundation Preechawut ‘Prap’ Keesin. Col Anothai says, “Many motorbike drivers have been injured and died in road accident. We want 100 percent of motorbike drivers and passengers wearing helmets. ” Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/phuket/500-free-helmets-handed-out-to-motorbike-drivers-in-patong -- © Copyright The Thaiger 2019-02-22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nev Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 Well done RTP just sad that the quality of the helmets handed out are not very good, But a helmet is better than no helmet at all!!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SammyT Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 They'll look great hanging over the handlebars or in the front basket as the helmetless rider speeds down the road... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RotBenz8888 Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 20 minutes ago, webfact said: We want 100 percent of motorbike drivers and passengers wearing helmets. ” But 0% will use the strap, so they'll be useless anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 I wonder how many stashed their helmets first, and went through a few times to get the freebies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 32 minutes ago, webfact said: Col Anothai says, “Many motorbike drivers have been injured and died in road accident. We want 100 percent of motorbike drivers and passengers wearing helmets. ” Nothing about the fact this has been law for decades now. Nothing about the inability of the police to enforce a single law, except when someone has a vested interest in it for a specific reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 35 minutes ago, bluesofa said: Nothing about the fact this has been law for decades now. Nothing about the inability of the police to enforce a single law, except when someone has a vested interest in it for a specific reason. Here's a game all can play. Spot the rider without a helmet in this video from Vietnam. vietnam-.mp4 What factor makes the difference with helmet use in Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 3 minutes ago, Old Croc said: Here's a game all can play. Spot the rider without a helmet in this video from Vietnam. vietnam-.mp4 4.66 MB · 0 downloads What factor makes the difference with helmet use in Thailand? In a word - Thainess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy chappie Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 Next time I get stopped for no helmet and they go to fine me I'll plead ignorance and ask for a new helmet. how about fining them and taking their bikes until they come back with a new helmet and receipt.all this has shown is breaking the law does pay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy chappie Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 2 minutes ago, bluesofa said: In a word - Thainess I think I read in Vietnam the police confiscate the bike if no helmet. if they done it in Thailand it'll work in no time as Thais don't like to walk as it hurts as my mrs says. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullie Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 1 hour ago, nev said: Well done RTP just sad that the quality of the helmets handed out are not very good, But a helmet is better than no helmet at all!!. Ever heard the phrase: "Unfortunately it led to a false sense of security"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverhawk_usa Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 The reason for wearing a helmet is to prevent or minimize head injury. As these helmets look as if they would not meet any recognized safety standards, this is only to comply with law not the purpose. A misguided effort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucius verus Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 No doubt there will be a surge in cheap new black helmets on facebook. 199 b. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruitman Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 2 hours ago, nev said: Well done RTP just sad that the quality of the helmets handed out are not very good, But a helmet is better than no helmet at all!!. So they don't dare to give them a fine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruitman Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 51 minutes ago, happy chappie said: I think I read in Vietnam the police confiscate the bike if no helmet. if they done it in Thailand it'll work in no time as Thais don't like to walk as it hurts as my mrs says. You won't believe how many thai like to walk/run/jog.....but they hate the crappy sidewalks and smog....Here i see at least 100 of them every day jogging/running/biking.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roel Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 1 hour ago, Old Croc said: Here's a game all can play. Spot the rider without a helmet in this video from Vietnam. vietnam-.mp4 4.66 MB · 1 download What factor makes the difference with helmet use in Thailand? Video could have been taken in Bangkok. Show one from the Vietnamese countryside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy chappie Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 2 hours ago, fruitman said: You won't believe how many thai like to walk/run/jog.....but they hate the crappy sidewalks and smog....Here i see at least 100 of them every day jogging/running/biking.... We have it up here around the parks with the lakes,1,000s of them but in general Thai are born on scooters and not even bicycles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brain150 Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 I regard it a crime to hand out a "helmet" that will not provide any safety at all in case of an accident ! It's just causing a false feeling of safety ! Tell them to learn how to ride a bike and stop this whole helmet nonsense ! Helmets only safe lives if they are on a standard to do so. Riding skills safe lives - not helmets !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 9 minutes ago, brain150 said: I regard it a crime to hand out a "helmet" that will not provide any safety at all in case of an accident ! It's just causing a false feeling of safety ! Tell them to learn how to ride a bike and stop this whole helmet nonsense ! Helmets only safe lives if they are on a standard to do so. Riding skills safe lives - not helmets !!! And if you were so skilled that a truck suddenly sideswiped you, or drove into you, you would be fine because of your safe riding, not because of the helmet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finnishmen Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 8 hours ago, nev said: Well done RTP just sad that the quality of the helmets handed out are not very good, But a helmet is better than no helmet at all!!. police need add filling in helmet glue lot and do in thai people head then helmets then have sure use too helmets.only big idiots not use helmet, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psimbo Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 10 hours ago, nev said: Well done RTP just sad that the quality of the helmets handed out are not very good, But a helmet is better than no helmet at all!!. A well done and a knock in one sentence! I nominate you for 'Thaigeezer of the Week'! i remain fascinated as always by the number of people NOT in Phuket who are moved to comment on a Phuket story that has absolutely no relevance to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redline Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 They don’t wear them because it messes up their hair, and they are not cool, like mirrors aren’t cool either ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDave Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 "President of Patong Development Foundation" sounds so much better than the position most know him to occupy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakeopete Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 500 discount helmets now available at the local market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonlover Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 22 hours ago, silverhawk_usa said: The reason for wearing a helmet is to prevent or minimize head injury. As these helmets look as if they would not meet any recognized safety standards, this is only to comply with law not the purpose. A misguided effort. Any helmet is better than no helmet and this is as much about changing habits as it is about enforcement. But, as usual, Thai bashing has to prevail doesn't it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallander4 Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 On 2/22/2019 at 9:30 AM, Old Croc said: Here's a game all can play. Spot the rider without a helmet in this video from Vietnam. vietnam-.mp4 4.66 MB · 2 downloads What factor makes the difference with helmet use in Thailand? RTP is the short answer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbezoz Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 On 2/22/2019 at 1:32 AM, SammyT said: They'll look great hanging over the handlebars or in the front basket as the helmetless rider speeds down the road... And no doubt half of those freebies have now been sold on for a 100 baht each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattayadgw Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 Come on guys "WHERE YOUR HELMET". you do mean "WEAR YOUR HELMET" don't you????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oziex1 Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 Time for the whole country to get on board not just one municipality. Also time for helmets to be built to international standards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie999 Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 On 2/22/2019 at 9:27 AM, nev said: Well done RTP just sad that the quality of the helmets handed out are not very good, But a helmet is better than no helmet at all!!. But why didn't they fine those who didn't have a helmet... the "law" is clear. Do they really think, that by giving out helmets, people will wear them... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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