Why do bull riders wear protective vests while not wearing helmets.?
920107
Well the reason many bullriders don't wear helmets is because they say that helmets impair their vision. Some other riders don't like the weight. The vest is required for bull riders after they were invented my Cody Lambert. Studies have shown that internal injuries since the vests were required have dropped. The helmets that are worn by bullriders are specially made for the sport.
459211
Nope a lot of people didn't wear helmets and they turned out just fine.  You can have accidents walking down the street.  Should we start wearing all this safety gear?  Nah I dont think so.
441505
to make sure they dont get hurt
641248
I've included some good links with info on bull riding and tips.  Hope this helps.\n\nMatt
1047824
It is my understanding that the NFL has been requiring players to wear helmets for many years now.  They are standard equipment.\n\nPS. Patriots rule.
1076293
well wearing a helmet isn't going to prevent accidents...however it will definitely protect your head.  honestly, what was ben supposed to do when a 60 year old woman doesn't watch the road before making a turn.  but it's one of the most idiotic things to do ...not wearing a helmet.  people never think these accidents will happen to them...until they do!  bottom line is helmets help keep you alive when accidents happen whether it's your fault or not.  if i had millions of dollars and was QB of the superbowl champs, i'd go and buy a ferrari.  i have the greatest job right now and there's no way in hell i'm going to put myself in jeopardy riding a motorcycle.  \n\nonly way to prevent accidents....don't ride a motorcycle!  if ben is lucky enough to play again, i hope he realizes this.
390608
its more about vanity and flambouyance than the animal.... bulls are colour blind they see black white and grey the whole thing about bulls hating red is a myth
660276
It's the motion of the cape that catches the bull's attention and not necessarily the color. The cape could be purple for all that matters to the bull. Red is more dramatic of a color and easier for the audience to see from a distance.
693850
To protect their ears from damage and possible deafness and to avoid eye injury from flying debris...:D
1149503
It provides overall physical fitness.  Often most military (not the paper pusher end) are subjected to physical work everyday.  Having the necessary tools to do the job (muscles) will help you do it faster and better.  Bullet Proof vests and Kevlar helmets are for stopping bullets.
820217
Everyone seems to think of the obvious with the helmets. That protects you if you happen to fall and smack your head. But you WILL fall, and WILL fall on your wrists and knees. Don't forget to protect them too. Get knee pads and wrist guards!!!!!!People may laugh(they might not too) But you will be the one smiling when you can get right back up after a gnarly bail and keep right on down the slope. I can't stress this one enough. I HIGHLY recommend a pair of Burton impact gloves with the wrist guards built right in. If you have gloves already, maybe some Pro-Tec ones that fit under your gloves. Same with the knee pads. Pro-tec ones can be had for $20-35 a set for knee pads and wrist guards. I bought the Burton Impact gloves for just under $100 and the knee gaskets (hard to find-might have stopped making them, but was lucky to find a new pair on ebay) for about the same. Got both sets of Pro-tec too. And in case anyone is wondering, YES, the more expensive burton ones ARE justified. Sounds expensive, but MUCH cheaper than a broken wrist or a blown out knee. I know, broke my wrist my 2nd time out. Water on my knee the 4th time. Which someone was kind enough to give me this info before I learned the hard way. \nMost places will require a leash too. \nBoots that fit are very important. Your heel should NOT lift up in them. I tried 20 different pairs before I found a pair that fit me right. \nGoggles, it's amazing how fast your eyes will tear up.\nBullet tools are nice too (compact screwdriver). Good insurance to check your binding plate and strap screws every couple of runs. I know I didn't have fun going down a mountain in colorado with only one binding b/c I didn't have one and neglected to check them. Another one learned the hard way.
268903
I think it is because you don't have the grip on your feet like you do on the bottom of most shoes. Plus you get added protection when you drive.\n\nI had a friend in an accident I assure you if she had been driving sans shoes, she would be an amputee today. Her boots protected her ankles even though she broke it, imagine what would have happened without shoes.
18901
They don't. Bulls are color-blind and are attracted by the matadors cape movements. You'll notice that many Bullfighters wear different colors, often a regional flag will comprise their costume and cape.
1137328
Any service dog I have seen wears some kind of vest.  It's apparent they are service dogs.
834117
There are no drawbacks, helmets save peoples lives and they prevent a lot of injury, not only is the rider safer, but tax payers don't have to pay for so many injuries of uninsured riders.
1066525
Thats a good question. I don't think they do because they are very bulky and they slow you down. I only wear my ankle guards during practice, where it doesn't really matter how well you perform.
1015291
It's the pine tar players use for their bats for better grip...it gets on their helmets everytime they adjust it, take it on, take it off...some playesr likd vlady use the same helmet every year, game in and game out so it looks pretty nasty...like Trot Nixon of the red sox, and ozzie guillen used to do the same when he played