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Considering the circumstances, I count myself lucky. When compared to the statistics, surviving a motorcycle accident is no small feat. There’s a saying that riders know all too well: It’s not a matter of if you will fall, crash or drop your bike, but a matter of when. That night, my "when" arrived.

On the Nose

Although many years have passed, I distinctly recall the practical exercise on changing a tire as a young private just starting my military career. The reason why this memory stands out is due to a run-in with a particularly loud and brash drill instructor who happened to see me working without eye protection. The ensuing 15-minute PT session ensured I learned one thing — personal protective equipment is important.

  • 27 October 2024
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One Man's Trash is Another Man's Mishap

They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. But is it, really? Not when it comes to tree stands!

  • 20 October 2024
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Put the Brakes on Speeding

Advances in motor vehicles, much like our computer systems, have grown by leaps and bounds since that first speeding arrest. By today’s standards, the first cars were little more than a box with tires and a steering wheel.

  • 20 October 2024
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Heading into a Hazard

It was another wet, dreary day in southwest Oklahoma. We’d been dealing with rain for a week and the roads were flooded. Driving to work was a significant event, as vehicle accidents were occurring all over the place due to standing water.

  • 13 October 2024
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Blowout!

Millions of motorists take to the road every day, but most don't realize the pivotal role that driver's training and thorough safety inspections play in averting catastrophic tire blowouts and safeguarding lives. Join me on a journey as I recount a harrowing incident on a scorching summer afternoon, where swift action and preparedness prevented a potentially fatal rollover.

  • 6 October 2024
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 393
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