my helmet got stolen

[Punjistick]

Damn sorry to hear that. If ANYONE turned my bike off at an intersection that I didnt know and took the key I'd be PISSED. I'd go into "battle mode"

Alex the teather idea is cool but let's say you lowside/highside while riding on the street, there goes your hand.

I was thinking more along the lines of attaching it to a zipper or something. Maybe use the reminder cord from my disc lock. If you attched the cord to the zipper with a plastic clip, chances are the plastic would snap in an accident.

[KillBill]

I was thinking more along the lines of attaching it to a zipper or something. Maybe use the reminder cord from my disc lock. If you attched the cord to the zipper with a plastic clip, chances are the plastic would snap in an accident.

This is totally effed up. Think about what we are contemplating. We are considering putting kevlar cables around our wrist b/c stupid assholes that live in the ghetto are rollin up to us stealing our shit.

This sounds to me like an even better reason to ride with a group or partner.

Chris,

Post up a pic. We should all be lookin out for this piece o' shit.

[RandyO]

when they catch him, I wouldn't want the helmet back, it is damaged goods IMHO that is unrepairable

to me a helmet is personal, like underwear, would you wear somebody elses dirty underwear?

I would want reimbursement so I could buy another new one that no one but myself has worn

[imkindafkedup]

when they catch him, I wouldn't want the helmet back, it is damaged goods IMHO that is unrepairable

to me a helmet is personal, like underwear, would you wear somebody elses dirty underwear?

I would want reimbursement so I could buy another new one that no one but myself has worn

Supposedly if its dropped above waist high it needs to get sent back to Suomy for a stability check, whose to say he didn't accidentally drop it too. I'd go for reimbursment.

[JustinD]

Sorry to hear that crap happened to you, you did the right thing. I mean you never know what jackass is going to pull a gun/knife on you. Anyway keep us informed as to what the police do about it.

-Justin

[ejoy1220]

Can you post a pic of the helmet so I can see what it looks like? I'll be at Bike Night in Lowell and I'll keep an eye out for you if you want

[ZX-12R]

haha you could have shot him in massachusetts too, just woulda had to say he came at u with a weapon swinging.

Just make sure to yell "I've got your wallet" so he turns around to look at you while you shoot him in the chest instead of the back. That way it looks like he is advancing on you instead of retreating!

[gspot]

This sounds to me like an even better reason to ride with a group or partner.

I always ride with partners, smith and wesson...

[FastJohnny]

im a lurker here, but ive been chatting with killbill and he said to post up on here cuz a bunch of you guys are from or around lowell so here it goes...

i was at the intersection of riverside and university ave. on my bike at a red light. i was sittin in neutral and waiting for the light to change when a kid came up to me and asked "where the f$($ did you get that helmet"(as he reached over and shut my bike off my turning the key) i replied with what? and he asked again, i said parkway cycle in everett. he said u effin stole it from me you POS, i said no i did not im not a thief, i dont steal from fellow bikers. he wasnt buyin it, so i pulled ova to the side of the road and got off. i took off my helmet to talk to him, he said give me back my effin helmet before i effin kill you, i said guy i have a receipt for this i can get it, hes like u stole it from me i know where you live and have your plate. i said thats cool but i didnt steal it, so he continues to threaten me and demands the helmet. he demands to look at the liner to see if its glued because his was, i have a removable liner so he took it and ripped it out and said you POS this helmet cost me a grand(BS), and threw my key at me, hit me in the chest and took off in his buddies car, i got the plate and stuff and the cops are lookin into it, hopfully something comes out of this. anyways if anyone knows the kid, and sees it at bike night or something please let me know my AIM in dalarns7

TIA Chris

PS i dont need to hear, "I would have done this, or that" cuz ive heard it and frankly dont care, i reacted how i reacted i am a passive kid, and if u want to replace passive with pussy go ahead, im posting this to see if anyone can help out, and atleast warn people to be aware of your surroundings cuz shit happens so fast, i was 10 feet from my driveway when this happened

Dude.. you were face to face with the kid. You know the kid! Im not saying your a puss for letting him walk off with your lid, but how is anyone knowing him here gonna help you? Granted you were alone and he had friends in the car but you were wearing a helmet and hopefully armor!

Good luck, atleast you got the plate!

Edit: After reading two pages worth of replies I've thought this over. You said you are a passive guy. What you should have said is that you _were_ a passive guy. I grew up in Springfield and had to deal with shit like this growing up all the time. At age 10 or 11 I think I had enough, and just started fighting back regardless of the odds. It was then I realized you only have to act the part dude, be convincing. This guy got a read that you weren't gonna fight for your lid when you started talking about having a receipt. He knew he culd act like the biggest hard ass and not have to throw a single punch cuz you sure as hell werent going to. Next time get off the bike, put your carbon fiber covered knuckles up, dont take your lid off, and your armored jacket on and just walk right at him.. Chances are he backs off, if not, smash his fucking face in, if his friends were in the car still when he approached you, chances are they would have sped off, if they had his back they would have gotten out with him.

You live you learn, dont eat yourself up over it.

[greenmonster]

Man, thats fucked up! For someone to come outta nowhere and jack you like that. Its simple, plain old robbery. Its one helluva unique way to steal a helmet. I hope the cops look into this and find him, since you got the plate number. Not sure what to tell you about how best to handle it as far as fighting back. You were the one being accosted, and only you had to deal with it. You have only seconds to decide what course of action to take. On the one hand, if you start "discussing" it with him, trying to reason with him, ie: you can show him the receipt, etc., youre playing into his hands, and allowing him to control the situation, and give him confidence in his actions and that he has nothing to fear from you. Conversely, if you had kept the helmet on, which you should have done anyway if for no other reason than to not let him dictate how things will progress, AND for protecton, and decide to physically take him on and beat his ass, then youre also taking a big risk. You dont say how big he was, etc. Were you a match? Sure, you could decide to go at it, but think...he may have a knife or gun on him...he may be drugged up and have no qualms about taking your life. Maybe you start beating his ass...who's to say his buds wont join in, and you are severely beaten or worse? You have to weigh all the options, but think: is it worth dying or being fucked up over a helmet? Get the cops involved, like you did, and keep on them!! Like I said, only you were there to assess which route to take with this fucking idiot. Im just glad you werent hurt, etc. Let us know how things go.....

[dhuze]

OK. It's been 2 days What did the cops say? If you got the plate number they should already have the guy and your helmet. I would be calling the police and raising hell by now. Don't let up on them if they are not doing the job you pay them for.

[Josephd14]

Just make sure to yell "I've got your wallet" so he turns around to look at you while you shoot him in the chest instead of the back. That way it looks like he is advancing on you instead of retreating!

Good point...

When faced with this situation, I think of BigRed's Rule #6

http://www.grouprider.com/groups.php...page=1&fpage=1

[Ri_De_bike]

Good point...

When faced with this situation, I think of BigRed's Rule #6

http://www.grouprider.com/groups.php...page=1&fpage=1

which rule? this one?
"-I don't like people riding next to me. If you start showing me your front tire, we're pulling over and I'm smashing you in the face with my helmet... "

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best 10 rules evar!!!

[stevecbr900rr]

I have to say I cant belive you gut punked like that. I dont give a fuck Where, When and How fast it happens. You should have split his fucking head once he turned off your bike.I just want to give fair warning to all of you guys that ride with me.If we are out riding and someone pulls some shit like that get ready to be a witness Because I am fucking him up with the quickness.

I'd be right behind you!

[Josephd14]

which rule? this one?
"-I don't like people riding next to me. If you start showing me your front tire, we're pulling over and I'm smashing you in the face with my helmet... "

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best 10 rules evar!!!

Thats the one.. The helmet can be a great and powerful weapon..

[bigred875]

which rule? this one?
"-I don't like people riding next to me. If you start showing me your front tire, we're pulling over and I'm smashing you in the face with my helmet... "

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best 10 rules evar!!!

lol those rules were stolen from stoneman haha

[Ri_De_bike]

so... i show you my wheel and stoneman hits me?
not likely
take your pick on which one ISN'T happin'.

[ssg]

You were legimately concerned with correcting the hardship with an irrational person, but you only know now that there was no hardship. There was no 'right' thing to do aside from end the situation. Whether it be take the helmet off and give it to him, or headbutt him into traffic - it's behind you now. Be glad you have your life, and didn't get any organs perforated. It's only money and you'll get more...you only get one shot at life.

Just another reason to wear lots of armor no matter what the temperature and keep an eye on who's behind you. I had a similar incident the first summer I ever had a bike, on Main St. in Nashua(NH) in evening traffic. Someone bumped my rear tire as they were stopping. I kept the bike up and got instantly pissed. As I went for the kill switch I checked the mirror and saw the passenger moving and his door opening - something just told me that didn't make sense and I said 'f this' and left. I didn't know what was going on I just knew I didn't want to be part of it. I later found out this wasn't an uncommon means for people to lose their bikes in almost the same location as I might have.

Now that you know, and you lost a 500$ helmet to a pirate, it's happened and you'll be more clear of mind next time hopefully (if there ever is a next time, but this is Lowell..).


Harass the shit out of the cops, as it sounds like this probably wasn't the first time this pos has done this and won't be the last.

[ssg]

Next time you already have the plan made right?

...leave gear on, say 'let me pull over' and turn your bike sideways then shut bike off right then and there (no pulling over) shorten the dudes breaths with the flat edge of your gloved hand to the front center of his throat, then get to the car, go for the drivers glass, get one of his extremities out of the car and do whatever it takes to immobilize that part, put a foot onto the drivers door then up and over the car (amateur shooters can't aim well, assuming you're going for an armed passenger, specially so far off plane) land next to him while extending an elbow over one of his shoulders to knock him down, then boot to the side of the head.
Go back to the dude that instigated all this and plant his head on the heel of your boot till he's still, make rounds to the driver again and drag his ass out of the car and bust up his ribs with your feet, then back to the passenger and dislocate his jaw.

If you're not arrested by now the man isn't coming. Call 911 if you want to exchange info with these losers and press charges or pick up your bike, check for an oil slick then get the F out of dodge.

[Punjistick]

if there are a bunch of guys just try to take on one at a time if you can. like this guy YouTube - mike V fights 4 guys by himself

[elwood206]

if there are a bunch of guys just try to take on one at a time if you can. like this guy YouTube - mike V fights 4 guys by himself

Oh hell yeah, I bet mike valley is one of the best theft deterrents ever created, If you could just figure out how to can him in one of those gag can of snakes. pull the can out and say "the receipts right in here" then "phoot" out pops mike. instant ass beating, just add douchebags!

[Mystic]

since the cops are doing anything about it post his info on here and then give some one a little something something and im sure youll get your helmet back ..

[LaRNZ]

nothin from the cops yet, they said call back 2morro and speak the criminal bureau, so thats what ill do, im starting to get a lil impatient, ill post up a pic whne i find one, having a lil trouble locating one at the moment, in the mean time, its the spec-1R B-Boz replica from last year not this years one, has an iridium shield, i cant post a link of it yet, will be a post whore so i can post later

[LaRNZ]

o and i would also love to have Mike V by my side, he is an awesome guy, and crazy

[Jank]

This one?