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The Anatomy Of A Crash
From the first loss of traction to the final slide, every crash follows a sequence — impact, rotation, slide, and rest. Each phase puts different parts of the body and gear under stress.
Crashes are measured in milliseconds
Most rider-protective gear is designed to extend the time energy takes to reach the body — even a few milliseconds make the difference between a bruise and a break.
Your Gearbox Takeaways
Key Takeaways
- Crashes typically have an impact phase and a slide phase
- Hands, shoulders and hips usually contact the road first
- Helmets and armor handle impact; fabrics handle the slide
- Time is the most important variable gear can change