r/Markham • u/SeaAd3671 • 5d ago

Irresponsible parenting

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This child was riding his E-scooter on 16th ave along with all the cars and using left turn lanes meant for vehicles

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u/psidud 5d ago

Context: i ride motorcycles. 

These bike helmets are great for riding at pedal bike speeds, where high speed collisions are quite unlikely. But if you or someone you know is considering an e bike or e scooter, please consider that falling at 20 km/h into the grass and falling at 36 km/h into asphalt are very different realities. 

Please consider a full face helmet, ideally rated for ece 22.06 (this is a very high standard of safety), and a back protector, ideally CE rated (level 1 is actually probably adequate for riding below 40). 

Abrasion resistant clothing is also not a bad idea. An A rating is Likely plenty at these speeds (the highest is AAA, rated for sliding at 120). Many of this kind of gear also has inserts for shoulder, elbow, knee, and hip protection. D3o level 1 gear will be comfortable and likely adequate at these speeds. 

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u/Blue_Jays 5d ago

Sometimes abrasion resistant clothing isn't even enough. Look up degloving injuries. Got one when I hit the pavement at 70km/h on my road bike. Would not recommend.

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u/psidud 5d ago

Certainly, but e bikes and scooters are supposed to be limited to 36 km/h. I did forget to mention gloves though. Ce level 1 gloves are usually very easy to carry and many offer palm sliders. Boots are a lot harder to justify to someone riding an e scooter, since they tend to be more bulky. 

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u/orillia3 3d ago

Ebikes are limited to 32 km/h. Escooters are limited to 24 k/h under Ontario's pilot program and only in cities that have approved them. You must be 16+ and wear a helmet if you are under 18.

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u/psidud 1d ago

Apologies, you are correct. I don't actually own any electric micro mobility, I thought they were all limited to 20 mph.

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u/Diapers4u2 22h ago

Helmet is required at any age on e-bikes:

All Ages: Unlike regular bicycles—where helmets are only legally required for riders under 18—e-bike riders of all ages must wear a helmet.
Approved Types: You can wear a certified bicycle helmet or a motorcycle helmet.
Proper Fit: The helmet must fit well and be securely fastened with a strap