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Equipment for your car: is it worth buying in action or not?

Surely you know that when you buy a car, you have not quite won yet. To drive safely and be prepared for any problems you may encounter, you also need a few other things, whether in the car itself or home in the garage. What accessories are they and how much will they cost you?

Storage, maintenance, and safe and comfortable driving

We could divide the needs of drivers into several groups. The first of these are the ones that are important for your safe and trouble-free driving. This mainly includes mandatory equipment, like a spare wheel, a set for its replacement, a warning triangle, a first aid kit, and a reflective vest with reflective tape.

If any of these items are missing from your car, you should purchase them immediately. Not only would you not have everything you need to secure your car and possibly injured people in the event of an accident, but you would be fined for a police check.

As for the mentioned vest, it is definitely worth having at least two pieces in the car, one for the driver and the other for the passenger. It can be assumed that when you need an emergency stop, it will not wait for you all the time in the car. As you can see in the table below, where we compare the prices of various car accessories, it will cost you a few crowns, whether you buy it in action or not.

In addition to the basic needs included in the mandatory equipment, it also pays to carry a tow rope. All you have to do is forget to turn off the lights or just close the door incorrectly and the battery will be completely discharged in a few hours. How do you start then? Probably hard on their own, so someone will have to stretch you to get your engine off. And without a tow rope, it would be really hard for you. Again, this is not an expensive affair that can pull you out of a real mess.

If your battery does not have time to charge on the way home or runs out overnight when you park in the garage or front of the house, you will also need a car battery charger. Of course, you don’t have to take it with you, just store it somewhere in a closet at home, and when needed, just remove the car battery and let it charge at home. Here, it is worth watching the event, as the table above shows, you can save several hundred thanks to them.

You can then use them, for example, to ensure comfort in the car as well. This brings us to the second group of car equipment, which are things that make driving more enjoyable. It can be, for example, the mentioned phone stand, with which you will be able to use the navigation or play music much better. If you suffer from cleaning, you can’t do without a hand-held vacuum cleaner in the car, with which you can vacuum all the crumbs in a few seconds.

The last group of things worth thinking about is the ones that make it easier for you to store all the things you need as a car owner but don’t use them all the time. By this, we mean not only the case where you store the washer fluid, the rest of the engine oil, the preparations for the treatment of the dashboard, or the broom and scraper for ice and snow. But also a tire stand – winter or summer tires still need their place, while they wait half a year for you to put them on again.

Don’t forget your pets either!

If you have a pet and you are carrying it in your car, you have to think of a few other things. In this case, you will also need a seat belt for your four-legged friend and also a blanket to protect your upholstery. The best are special animal blankets, which have a waterproof layer on the underside – this is exactly what Kaufland offers a leaflet for a special price, along with other handy things for dogs and cats.

THE CABINET ORDERED PEDESTRIANS TO WEAR REFLECTIVE CLOTHING

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has made several changes to the traffic rules. In particular, pedestrians were required to wear reflective clothing with reflective fabric. Failure to comply with this rule is subject to a fine.

According to LB.ua, earlier the use of reflective elements by pedestrians was only advisory. Now, every pedestrian who moves in the dark (or in poor visibility) along the road is required to wear a reflective vest or stickers on his clothes.

It is reported that this measure will reduce road deaths by five to six times. The driver can see a person in reflective clothing from 130-150 meters. And in dark clothes, even with the headlights on, a pedestrian can be seen only 25-30 meters away.

Pedestrians who will not wear reflective elements on their outerwear will be fined, according to today.ua. The amount of the fine will amount to 510 hryvnias, although when the bill was considered in the summer, it was ten times less, only 51 hryvnia.

It should be noted that this rule applies only to those pedestrians who move along the carriageway or the side of the road. Walking in the pedestrian zone is still allowed without wearing “lanterns”.

Safety vests distributed to first graders

For a variety of reasons, students should make the way to school on foot (or by bus) and not be driven to the school door in the parents’ taxi. However, due to their height, children are often not so easily perceived by other road users. It is therefore very important that the little ones, in addition to different behaviors, can be easily recognized by others through good visibility.

This good visibility can be enhanced by bright clothing and reflective elements on the satchel. But also by wearing a safety vest. Until recently there was a large association distributing safety vests with reflective tapes to first graders across the board. This action has always met with great approval from parents and also acceptance of the child’s carrying behavior.

For this reason, the Verden district decided to procure these safety vests for first graders in the future. “I am delighted that we can support such a meaningful campaign financially and that we are investing effectively in the safety of the children!” says Christian Groth, Head of the Order and Traffic Service. The vests were distributed by police officers from the Verden / Osterholz police station as part of a Corona-compliant visit to the schoolyard.

In this context, the advantages of walking were discussed again: “You get fresh air!”, “You move before school!”, “You protect the environment!” and “You can chat with your friends!” – it all came from the children themselves! That as a pedestrian you have to make sure that other road users can see you, especially in the darker months of the year – that too was a matter of course for many children! “We would like to ask parents to help their children wear the vests!” explains Anika Wrede, traffic safety advisor for the Verden police.”

Among other things, children learn from role models and are dependent on adults practicing correct behavior in traffic with them and setting an example.” “Matze – the zebra” is shown on the back of the vests. Matze was chosen because it is a nationwide symbol of back to school. “Matze would like to accompany you on your way and always be there when you are out in the twilight or the dark!”

Safety through visibility: cycling in the dark season

Bicycle traffic in Düsseldorf is increasing. Even in the darker months of the year, many people get on their bikes every day: to work, to school, or as a sporting activity. The state capital’s office for traffic management now advises all cyclists to pay particular attention to be visible. This applies to the bike path and even more so on the road.

Even at dusk and especially in the dark, people see up to 80 percent worse than in light. Even if you think you can still see enough yourself, that does not mean that the other road users are also good at it.

Be in the dark

Dark-clad people only noticed from a distance of 25 to 30 meters.

brightly dressed people recognized from 40 to 50 meters.

People with reflective clothing are seen from 130 to 160 meters away.

What are the regulations and how can I as a cyclist – and my cycling children – optimally protect myself in the dark in traffic? Here are a few “WHEEL strokes” from the traffic managers to cycle safely through the dark season:

Lights and reflectors on the bike

To be safe in the dark as a cyclist, it is important to have the right lighting and reflectors on the bike. It’s not just about being seen, it’s also about having a good view of yourself.

Prescribed lighting on the bike:

Headlight (white) and taillight (red)

Large surface reflector (red) with “Z” marking

Yellow reflectors on the pedals

Two spoke reflectors (yellow) or reflective material (white) on the spoke rim or tire per wheel.

In addition to the dynamo, rechargeable batteries and battery lighting are also permitted, provided they have a test mark (-K).

Correct headlight setting is also important for bicycles to ensure good illumination and not to dazzle oncoming traffic.

Reflective clothing

Even with the prescribed lighting, pedal knights are not necessarily optimally visible on the bike. Especially in rain and fog, there is a risk that a cyclist will not be seen or seen too late despite the light. That is why it makes a lot of sense not only to make your bike more visible but also for yourself with appropriate clothing or reflectors. Clothes, shoes, and helmets are more noticeable in bright colors and with reflective stripes! Useful accessories include LED wristbands, reflectors, and safety vests.

Reflective bike accessories

Bicycle accessories can also contribute to good visibility. Therefore, when buying bicycle bags, baskets, child seats, or trailers, cyclists should make sure that they provide extra light in the dark, for example through reflector strips.

Scooters: the rules exist, it would be enough to respect them

By now, on the streets and sidewalks of Italian cities, it is an image we are getting used to. Electric scooters whiz at speeds well above those declared by the manufacturers. A speech that, in part, also applies to electric bicycles, to which it is enough to unlock the electronic control unit to obtain extensions worthy of a petrol scooter, with maximum peaks much greater than the 30 km / h permitted by law. Most of the people who use these vehicles, who do not have a license plate but achieve performance comparable (if not superior) to those of microcars and mopeds, do not even wear a helmet to move around the city. Not to mention those who, on the scooter, host a passenger.

But does the law allow it? And under what circumstances are fines triggered? Today’s edition of Il Fatto Quotidiano tries to clarify the question in response to a letter sent by a reader. Which takes stock of the rules governing the use of scooters and e-bikes. Since March, the newspaper explains, the new rules governing the circulation of electric scooters, which have been equated to bicycles, have come into force. The rules state that scooters can only circulate on urban roads where it is not allowed to exceed 50 km / h per hour.

Scooters can also circulate on cycle paths parallel to extra-urban roads, but with speed limits: they must not exceed 25 km / h when traveling on the carriageway and 6 km / h in pedestrian areas. Driving is only allowed for ages 14 and up and the helmet is mandatory only for underage drivers. Those who drive must have free use of their arms and hold the handlebars with both hands. From sunset, it is mandatory to wear a reflective jacket with reflective tape. Moving on to the ecological impact of scooters, a note on the recycling of batteries, a problem that affects all electrically powered vehicles powered by lithium-ion accumulators. The battery is recyclable, but only if it is disposed of properly. Finally, to limit the risk of accidents, maximum attention is needed from drivers and strict controls by the traffic police, which can issue very high fines.

4 TIPS ON HOW TO START RIDING A HORSE

It makes a difference whether you ride a horse or just ride. It is said that one can ride after about 200 hours in a saddle. What are the general rules to follow when you start? It is necessary to think not only about how to hold on properly in the saddle but also about the horse itself.

Do you think you will start riding or take your children to horses? There is no age limit, neither lower nor upper. Children from kindergarten can also drive. However, if you want to teach them professional riding, for example at the Pohoda Ranch in Albrechtice near Havířov, they recommend starting with it from the age of 10. Adults should then consider their health and also take into account that after the first hour, the whole body hurts calmly for five days.

Horseback riding is a natural physical movement that significantly improves health and fitness. When riding a horse, in addition to the commonly used muscles, you also involve the deeply stored muscles, which are essential for good coordination and healthy posture. Also, movement in the saddle will help with back pain after a long session.

1) How to choose a riding school

First, look around for a suitable riding school. On the Internet, you will find a rich offer of stables in big cities and the countryside. You can also ask among friends or parents of your children’s classmates. One of the guarantees of the quality of the stable is membership in the Czech Equestrian Federation. It is a good idea to take trial training before enrollment and verify that the instructor is properly trained and has valid authority to provide lessons. You can verify this yourself on the federation’s website in the Equestrian Information System. During the first rides, you will find out if the approach of the instructor and the horse selected by him suits you. But you can also assess the atmosphere, appearance of the stable, and the health of the animals.

2) What I need

Equip yourself or a small rider with protective equipment, such as a protective three-point helmet, suitable riding boots, and a safety vest or spine protector is important for children. In the very beginning, you don’t have to buy riding breeches, other tight-fitting ones will suffice, instead of riding boots, higher ankle boots with a smooth sole will suffice for the first ride. However, protective accessories are essential. After a while, the rider will also need a whip. There is simply not much that riders take to the stables, so it is good to drive them with a large enough car, especially if you drive their friends in addition to your offspring. The Lexus NX, which has a large enough case for everything you need, will serve perfectly. It’s a crossover that can handle even more demanding terrain, but it’s still not big enough to make it difficult for you to maneuver in the city. Also, the hybrid version saves consumption and emissions, which is a great benefit in nature. Plus, it doesn’t make as much noise as a regular car.

3) What is a lounger

The horse on which the beginner sits and learns to ride serves as a trainer, as a sports equipment. A novice rider cannot coordinate his movements with him, so he acts like a heavy load, sometimes he kicks the horse with his heels, he pulls too hard on the reins, which can hurt his teeth. That is why there is a so-called lounger, which teaches the rider the right posture without hurting the animal. A lounger is a rope about 10 meters long that is held by a lounging man. He stands in the middle of an imaginary circle, holding a long lunging whip in one hand and a lunge in the other, with a horse at the end. The peasant is in charge of the horse, while the man on horseback is only in charge of himself. So for beginners, this method is ideal.

4) We start driving

Once you learn to sit properly, you will find out what a trot is and how the body works with it, and when you can stop the horse, you can put it off. It is usually after six to ten lessons in the lounge. It will probably be the phase when you will start teaching your horses to prepare for the ride. Take him out of the stable, tighten the saddle correctly, adjust the stirrups, and also get on and off yourself. Then you start stepping, like walking around the riding hall. From here, it is only a step towards independent trotting and further improvement.

Without measured parking, there are more and more “rags”

More than eight months after the completion of the ballot system for the measured parking in different areas of the city, it is very difficult to find a space to leave the vehicles, even on the left hand, because of few respect the possibility that was offered from the Municipality to park on Friday afternoons and Saturdays during business hours. “We find that every day there are cars detained in the opposite hand to the allowed one, generating long lines in San Nicolás Norte to get to Avenida de Mayo”, the local newspaper La Opinion told some residents of the area who see how it is complicated traffic in the central area of the city.

Although the Deliberative Council recently approved a modern application called Simple to have paid parking at various points, reality indicates that until the Executive, represented in the figure of Mayor Javier Martínez, does not decide to enact the ordinance, it will continue without canon to park in the central radius that every day shows more difficulties due to lack of spaces.

Increasingly “rags”

One of the images that are being observed is the increase in the caregivers, or popularly known as “rags”. There are many streets where at the moment of parking people approaching a collaboration and this is because in those arteries previously the measuring system was, even in the San José, May 25, and Merced squares, to name a few examples. These people are walking the sidewalks early and attentive to when someone stops to apply for financial aid.

“There are people who are fixed, who already have their stops and nobody seems to want to fight for these places that are privileged due to the vehicular flow that exists at all hours of the day,” some opinion leaders told LA OPINION.

“You find that some have a fluorescent safety vest or a bucket and offer to wash the car while they make you a place to park, although in this case, nobility obliges, we must say that they are with that work long before the placement of the card was completed. the paper”, added one of the merchants that have its premises near Avenida de Mayo and Monteagudo.

At 45 degrees

There are new places, such as in the Plaza 25 de Mayo, where it can stop at 45 degrees, but for this measure to ex tend to the other blocks of the downtown area where they could already do renovations for that purpose, it is essential that drivers do not stop the cars on the left-hand side, as they do near the Bingo that works in the 9 de Julio area or front of the studios or shops of the place; “You cannot stop no matter how much they put the beacons, it is forbidden to park on the left side,” reiterated municipal sources.

“The presence of traffic inspectors, the crane and the patrols of the Road Safety Agency is constant,” they said regarding the measures that are taken despite the general non-compliance by vehicle drivers.

In no more than 100 meters two trucks carrying drinks were standing on the forbidden side and in one case the crates were placed on the street, further obstructing the passage.

The focus of the new vehicle control campaign until next Sunday

The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) starts this week by launching until next Sunday, January 26, a new surveillance campaign on the conditions of the vehicles that circulate on our roads, paying special attention to the proper maintenance and tuning of all the safety elements of the vehicle, such as tires, brakes, lights, signaling, windshields, ITV … The DGT advises drivers that “investing in vehicle maintenance is investing in safety”.

DGT campaign.

The DGT itself explains in its statement that “during this week, the agents of the Traffic Group of the Civil Guard and the rest of the local and autonomous policemen who join the campaign will pay special attention to the proper maintenance and tuning of all the vehicle’s safety elements: tires, brakes, lights, signaling, undamaged windshields…. To the vigilance carried out by the agents, the DGT will use the control and monitoring systems it has installed on the road (license plate readers) to check whether the vehicles that circulate go with the ITV in force. In case of detecting that a vehicle does not have it in force, the corresponding complaint will be made”.

With this new campaign to control vehicle conditions, the DGT acknowledges that it is “very concerned” about the age of the Spanish vehicle fleet, arguing that “the risk of dying or being seriously injured is multiplied by two when comparing accidents that have occurred with vehicles from 10 to 15 years old, about vehicles less than 5 years old”, hence I advise drivers that “the proper maintenance of all the vehicle’s safety elements becomes an essential activity to combat the accident rate. Investing in vehicle maintenance is investing in safety”.

Tires.- DGT: “More than a million vehicles drive with serious wheel defects”

At the wheel of this, the DGT stresses that “tires are the only and decisive contact with the road. They are responsible for ensuring adherence in pushing, braking, and lateral sliding. They also ensure that the direction of travel of the vehicle is as desired by the user and the cushioning of pavement imperfections. It is recommended that the depth of the grooves be at least 3 millimeters. The legal limit is 1.6 millimeters.”

The DGT warns that “approximately more than a million of the vehicles, 5%, circulate with serious defects in the wheels, mainly due to having a tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6 mm; have uneven wear due to poor suspension or misalignment and ride with wrong pressure. “Also, vehicles related to more professional use, such as vans, have higher rates of tire defects.”

Likewise, the DGT advises that “it is also necessary to regularly check the pressure of the cold tire and the spare wheel, as well as check for possible air leaks through the valves. The cap of the same constitutes a sealing element, the reason why its use is essential”.

Lighting and signaling

The DGT also recalls in its statement that “the purpose of vehicle lights is not only to see but also to be seen, since each vehicle in circulation is, in practice, an obstacle to others, for what the delimitation of its presence is also significant.

For driving to be carried out safely, it is advisable to pay special attention to the use, maintenance and regulation of the headlights, so that, on the one hand, they have sufficient light and, on the other, they do not dazzle whoever is driving the same public roads.

There are some basic tips to keep in mind:

The lamps reduce their intensity with use, so they must be changed every 40,000 km. or 2 years.

The lamps must be changed two by two because their use is symmetrical in most cases.

It is necessary to always keep the optics clean: headlights and lights

The compulsory use of lighting is included in article 43 of the Traffic and Road Safety Law:

Vehicles that circulate between sunset and sunrise, or at any time of the day in tunnels, underpasses, and sections of track affected by the “tunnel” signal, must have the corresponding lighting on.

They must also have the lighting on for the rest of the day

a) The motorcycles that circulate in any way object to this law.

b) All vehicles circulating in a reversible lane or the opposite direction to that normally used on the road where it is located, either a lane that is exclusively reserved for it or exceptionally open in this direction.

It is also mandatory to use the lighting that is established by the regulation when there are meteorological or environmental conditions that significantly reduce visibility, such as in the case of fog, heavy rain, snowfall, clouds of smoke or dust, or any other similar circumstance.

Bicycles, also, will be equipped with reflective tapes that, duly homologated, are determined in the General Vehicle Regulations. When the use of lighting is compulsory, bicycle riders will also wear a reflective garment if they are traveling on the interurban highway.

DGT: other aspects to control

In addition to the lights and tires, the DGT also warns that during this campaign it will also be controlled:

The registration plate: The driver must verify that the vehicle’s registration plates do not present obstacles that prevent or hinder their reading and identification, are not damaged or tampered with. Carrying the registration illegible is a serious offense with a sanction of 200 euros and no deduction of points, but manipulating the license plate to fraudulently try to avoid the rule can lead to a fine of 6,000 euros and the loss of 6 points.

Windshield: The driver must verify that the windshield does not show any damage, since it is a fundamental part of the structural resistance of the vehicle, in the effectiveness of the airbag and in being the support for cameras and sensors for driving aid devices.

The documentation of the vehicle that must be carried compulsorily, in addition to the required driving license is:

Vehicle circulation permit containing its technical data and its owner’s details (or authorization from the Traffic Headquarters in his absence)

If you go on a motorcycle, it is mandatory that you wear a reflective vest

This Wednesday came into force the regulations of the municipality of San Miguel de Tucum án that requires motorcyclists to use this garment as a badge.

The measure created a stir among drivers and divided opinions on different paths.

“The regulatory use of vests is already a fact. Despite the criticism on the streets, drivers have already been seen using them since yesterday and it shows that people are interested in supporting the initiative,” commented the undersecretary of Transit and Transportation of the capital’s Municipality Enrique Romero.

Also, the official stressed again the intention to care for the lives of the driver and pedestrians above all else.

“We don’t put numbers on reflective vests or anything like that. What we seek is to improve road safety,” argued Romero. In this way, it differed from what is done in the province of Buenos Aires, where the motorcycle patent must appear on the vest by law.

In several businesses in the field, as it was found on Monday, the reflective vests had been sold out, and merchants were analyzing the possibility of ordering, also, garments such as jumpsuits and jackets with reflective strips.

Parallel to this debut, today at 8:00 p.m. several groups of Tucumán motorcyclists will carry out a new mobilization in Plaza Independencia in opposition to the use of vests.

“As a biker, I am also concerned about safety due to the number of motorcycles that change lanes, come against me, and do not wear a helmet or a patent. We are also affected by accidents, but to combat them what we need are more controls”, stated Andrea Maidan, member of the motorcycle group”Unión Rutera MG”.

The use of the vest

The garment will be regulatory for drivers and their respective companions. In the future, the use of the vest will also be borne by the cadets and the dealers. As an additional measure, the latter will have to add reflective stripes on the boxes of their motorcycles. Over time, Romero will expand the mandatory nature of the reflective vest to the employees of the gomerías.

In addition to the vest, the use of the shoulder straps is also valid (a kind of light girdle that intersects the back and comes in orange or yellow). Another option is to resort to various clothing models made with high-visibility materials, such as jumpsuits and jackets that already come with built-in reflective stripes. Similarly, we can buy the light strips separately and sew them, on our own, to the clothing in question.

The Right Vest

The colors allowed in municipal regulations are pure yellow, and yellow, orange-yellow, and green. The important thing is that the vests contain more than one reflective band (at least five centimeters thick) and that the fabric is sensitive to light. Regarding measurements, these garments should be 60 centimeters long and 35 centimeters wide, with a reflectivity of 330 lux candles per square meter.

The acquisition of clothing

The vests and shoulder bags are sold in automotive businesses, such as distributors and motorcycle parts stores. Another option is to visit a local specialized in work clothes and construction. Also, there is a street sale of reflective vests (not that of shoulder bags), and, in online commerce pages such as “Mercado Libre” and “OLX”, both garments can be obtained in different fabric and size thicknesses (up to XXL).

The municipal resolution that establishes the mandatory use of reflective vests (or shoulder straps) for those who drive motorcycles, will be carried out in stages and gradually. Starting today, with its implementation on the streets, it will proceed to a test phase where the main objective is to inform drivers about the measure, make a call to attention to offenders and allow motorcyclists to purchase the vests.

Regardless of the town or municipality of residence of the motorcyclist, the use of the reflective vest or shoulder strap is mandatory for drivers and companions who enter the capital of Tucumán.

The sanctions

For now, roadblocks will only focus on driver awareness and prevention. Only in a second stage of the regulations will the fines be determined and the amount of the penalties will be set. The Undersecretariat of Traffic and Transport clarified that the hijacking of the motorcycles is not foreseen and that the inspections will be comprehensive, checking the use of helmet and lights besides.

Tips: what clothes to wear to run in the rain

A cloudy sky, a couple of drops, an intermittent drizzle, and even a little more too. Some look at the sky and find they’re a perfect excuse not to go training or avoid any competition: the rain. The truth is that, except for those circumstances in which integrity is put at risk, a little water does not rust anyone.

And many times, rainy weather can be an ally, always taking the necessary precautions to avoid problems. It is also true that not even running on a rainy day is heroic and not going out is cowardly, sometimes it is better to keep yourself. But when there are many days without activity due to the water, it is advisable to take precautions and leave excuses aside.

Some advice:

Raining does not mean wearing more clothes: on the contrary, adding more coats will imply more weight on the body once it gets wet. Use the usual amount.

Garments should be technical, it is ideal to avoid cotton or materials that accumulate liquid. Some sneakers have the same purpose, with materials that do not absorb and keep the foot dry.

A repellent jacket would be ideal. When buying one, you must observe how much water it repels: there are some uses for a drizzle and others that are useful for a storm. A windbreaker jacket is not necessarily water repellent.

Wearing the hood can be useful, but be careful because in general, it removes vision from the sides (important if you run on the street).

Rainy days are generally less bright, so it is important to wear reflective clothing with reflective fabric and bright colors so that everyone can see you.

You should also choose shoes with a good grip. On the street, some slippers slip. And for running on land, without a good mud-prepared sole, you can end up in a fall.

To avoid water on the face, the best is a visor or cap. Lenses prevent the eye from coming into contact with water, but they splash and remove vision.

Wet clothes and body rub are not good alidades. That is why technical clothing is important. Be careful with blisters and chafing. Petroleum jelly is a good friend.

Be careful with electronic equipment because in many cases water can ruin them. If you use a cell phone holder, you can cover the phone with plastic wrap to prevent it from getting wet.

The use of music for running should also be taken into account since with rain the risks increase and it is better to be vigilant.

Don’t trust puddles: being covered by water you can’t see how deep a well can be and when stepping on it can cause falls or twists. Always try to step on insurance.

If it is cold and you have a place to leave a change of clothes, keep it in mind: bring something to change as soon as the activity is finished will prevent you from getting cold.

Don’t forget about hydration. Just because your body is wet doesn’t mean you shouldn’t drink water or isotonic drink.

For racing, many use lightweight pilots or large bags with holes for arms and head. In this case, it must be borne in mind that it does not have a ventilation system, so it can generate a lot of perspiration, which will still moisten the clothes.

In the case of hail, storm, or thunderstorm, it is better to think about postponing or postponing the departure. The same in the case of high wind.