A really sad story about a 13 yr old killed longboarding in Calgary. Out of control at the bottom of a hill, hit a curb and was clotheslined on the throat by a wire traffic barrier. Had his helmet and safety gear on too.

http://www.calgarysun.com/2012/08/29/tearful-family-mourn-ca...

We can do it to bystanders with kite lines or do it to ourselves landboarding in confined spaces. I am always thankful when I finish a session without incident.

Wow, sad story.

You are so right, all of us can become complacent in our sport. Thanks for putting the reminder out there. I too am thankful after a good session with no incidents.

that's terrible.