AirframeAS From United States of America, joined Feb 2004, 14150 posts, RR: 26 Posted (7 years 8 hours ago) and read 658 times:
I was watching the morning news (PHX NBC Channel 12.) and it is reported & CONFIRMED that Steelers QB Ben Rothlisberger has been fined for not wearing a helmet and not possessing a valid motorcycle license in his accident in Pittsburgh.
Let the flame war begin!!
GO SEAHAWKS!!!!!!!!
A Safe Flight Begins With Quality Maintenance On The Ground.
No flaming on my part brother...
He deserves it... if you ride a crotch rocket (especially a Hayabusa- which is the Suzuki 1300) without wearing a helmet and possessing a valid endorsement then you're simply an Idiot.
And just to be fair, i think Kellen Winslow Jr. is a bigger Idiot than Worthlessburger.
Cptkrell From United States of America, joined Sep 2001, 2606 posts, RR: 13 Reply 3, posted (7 years 8 hours ago) and read 641 times:
I was unsure of this report as it was my understanding the PA helmet law had been repealed. Then I found out the new (no) helmet law is for valid motorcycle licensees only. I'm not entirely sure this makes a lot of sense, unless the "no-license" biker is a passenger only. Anyway, I hope him a full recovery, both physically and mentally (like, get a license and wear a helmet, too). Regards...jack
WellHung From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 6, posted (7 years 2 hours ago) and read 595 times:
Quoting AirframeAS (Thread starter): Steelers QB Ben Rothlisberger has been fined for not wearing a helmet and not possessing a valid motorcycle license in his accident in Pittsburgh.
Quoting AirframeAS (Reply 2): Excuse my ignorance, but who is this dude?
WellHung From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 8, posted (7 years ago) and read 563 times:
Quoting AirframeAS (Reply 7): Dude, Im GLAD that Rothlisberger got busted for his stupidity. Im hoping the violin is for HIM!
Indeed. It's not for the injuries he suffered, from which I hope he fully recovers. But when he stated that he only rode Harley's in groups with his license, then he's out riding a crotch rocket alone without a license, combined with the fact that he was actually required to wear a helmet - well... the sweet music tells the story.
AirframeAS From United States of America, joined Feb 2004, 14150 posts, RR: 26 Reply 9, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 18 hours ago) and read 540 times:
WellHung: Now I understand what you were saying. My apologies, I thought the violin thing was aimed at me.
I'm betting Big Ben probably won't be playing too much this fall. And hopefully ALL professional sports teams add clauses in all contracts about motorcycles and risky behavior. These rules should be strictly enforced!
A Safe Flight Begins With Quality Maintenance On The Ground.
F9Animal From United States of America, joined Dec 2004, 4745 posts, RR: 29 Reply 10, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 15 hours ago) and read 533 times:
At least the Seahawks know that wearing a helmet is important. I mean, football and helmets are a no brainer. Motorcycles and helmets requires a brain. Hmmmmmmm. So if that is the case....
The officals that called the game must ride motorcycles without helmets...
Any which way you look at it......
THE SEAHAWKS REALLY WON!!!
In a related case, do you think this guy scratched his gold plated Superbowl ring in the crash? Or did he have it protected by wearing gloves?
N1120A From United States of America, joined Dec 2003, 25869 posts, RR: 79 Reply 12, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 14 hours ago) and read 524 times:
He is the extrememly talented son of a hall of fame tight end who broke his leg after 2 games in his rookie season then tore his ACL riding a motorcycle recklessly before last season.
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AGC525 From United States of America, joined Sep 2004, 989 posts, RR: 0 Reply 13, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 14 hours ago) and read 522 times:
For those not familar, Pa vehicle code states that you have to wear a helmet after two years of holding a valid Pa MC license. And to operate a motorcycle, you need to have at least a motorcycle permit which is issued after a test. He's an adult and made his own judgement and decision.
AirframeAS From United States of America, joined Feb 2004, 14150 posts, RR: 26 Reply 14, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 8 hours ago) and read 511 times:
Cadet57 From United States of America, joined Jul 2005, 9081 posts, RR: 34 Reply 15, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 7 hours ago) and read 501 times:
Good. The moron got what he deserves.... Too bad the fines wont make a dent in his checking accout. Honestly, this darwin-nominee is lucky he wont be spending the rest of his years eating dinner thru a staw and having a nurse wipe his ass.
Doors open, right hand side, next stop is Springfield.
Airwave From United States of America, joined Mar 2006, 1117 posts, RR: 3 Reply 16, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 7 hours ago) and read 497 times:
Quoting Cadet57 (Reply 15): Good. The moron got what he deserves
Not only the fines, but the injuries (from which he will recover fully*) as well.
Quoting Cadet57 (Reply 15): Too bad the fines wont make a dent in his checking accout.
Perhaps the fines won't, but I'm sure that with this accident, you'll see lots of restrictive clauses pop into his contracts--whether they be from Campbell's Soup or the Steelers or a sportswear company. And even then, he'll have less opportunity for those promos, because it's extremely plausible to have the state of PA and the Steelers have him do PSIs. Plus he's probably also worth less now (in the eyes of brands or teams), and he'll probably see his team insurance premiums increase noticably. Put it all together and he'll be short on a significant chunk of change over the rest of his career all because of *one* incident.
*N.B.-- I wouldn't include the injuries if they were life-threatening or permanently disabiling--I'm not that cruel. But like my parents always said whenever I was learning something new, an injury is the best way to learn not to do that again.
Airwave
When you do things right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all.
F9Animal From United States of America, joined Dec 2004, 4745 posts, RR: 29 Reply 17, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 5 hours ago) and read 475 times:
Quoting AGC525 (Reply 13): Here we go again, use this to wipe your tears
No tears here buddy! Just lots of HOOOOOORAAAAHHHHHS! We know who won!
Garnetpalmetto From United States of America, joined Oct 2003, 5251 posts, RR: 55 Reply 18, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 2 hours ago) and read 465 times:
F9Animal From United States of America, joined Dec 2004, 4745 posts, RR: 29 Reply 19, posted (6 years 12 months 4 days 2 hours ago) and read 463 times:
USPIT10L From United States of America, joined Mar 2006, 3267 posts, RR: 8 Reply 20, posted (6 years 12 months 3 days 21 hours ago) and read 451 times:
Quoting F9Animal (Reply 19): Alright, let me rephrase my statement. LOL!
We know who REALLY won!!!
Please stop putting those pics up! It burns my Seahawk blood! LOL!
Please stop acting like a Dalla** CryBoy fan! It hurts the respect I had for Mike Holmgren, the Seahawks and Seattle. Why is it every time the Steelers win a Super Bowl, people moan and complain like the game was theirs. Just because your Seahawks didn't prepare enough doesn't mean you have to rant about it! You're still the elite in the NFC. Enjoy it! Look at Tampa Bay, look at Baltimore. They won the Super Bowl and stunk soon after.
Every person I have seen riding a motorcycle since Ben's crash has worn a helmet. 'Nuff said. And yes, he will be ready for training camp.
Itsjustme From United States of America, joined Apr 2004, 2765 posts, RR: 10 Reply 21, posted (6 years 12 months 3 days 21 hours ago) and read 447 times:
No brainer decision for the cops.
Damn shame Arnie Schwarzenegger wasn't riding without the proper endorsement in PA when he had his crash. The PA cops wouldn't have hesitated to write him.
F9Animal From United States of America, joined Dec 2004, 4745 posts, RR: 29 Reply 22, posted (6 years 12 months 3 days 20 hours ago) and read 438 times:
Quoting USPIT10L (Reply 20): Please stop acting like a Dalla** CryBoy fan! It hurts the respect I had for Mike Holmgren, the Seahawks and Seattle. Why is it every time the Steelers win a Super Bowl, people moan and complain like the game was theirs. Just because your Seahawks didn't prepare enough doesn't mean you have to rant about it! You're still the elite in the NFC. Enjoy it! Look at Tampa Bay, look at Baltimore. They won the Super Bowl and stunk soon after.
Every person I have seen riding a motorcycle since Ben's crash has worn a helmet. 'Nuff said. And yes, he will be ready for training camp.
LMAO!!! No need to get upset. As long as you know in your heart that you really know the truth, you shall be set free! Breathe, and enjoy life. Soar like a Seahawk, and enjoy!
LOL! Steelers are alright, but hopefully there will be a rematch against these two teams next year. Then I can say proudly who is the best. CoughSeahawksCough....
AirframeAS From United States of America, joined Feb 2004, 14150 posts, RR: 26 Reply 23, posted (6 years 12 months 3 days 8 hours ago) and read 416 times:
Quoting F9Animal (Reply 22): hopefully there will be a rematch against these two teams next year.
Unfortunately there isnt a game between the two teams this year.
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From United States of America, joined Feb 2004, 14150 posts, 
Not only the fines, but the injuries (from which he will recover fully*) as well.
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