8A Solving the Problem

The problem I presented was as a result of what I have noticed around my own university campus: students riding scooters or bicycles without helmets on. In my last post I explained why I believe the problem exists, the fact that helmets are rather unattractive, inconvenient, and not worn by the majority. My solution to the lack of use of protective headgear while operating mopeds, motorcycles, bicycles, or scooters is a product. Unless society decided that helmets are back in style and the invincibility theory among young adults ceases to exist, I can not think of a better way to solve this problem than by fixing the main issue: the helmet itself. Bottom line, whether young or old there is a part of us all that fears pain, injury, and even death and will go about trying to prevent it. If a protective headgear is constructed that is more flattering, easier to carry around, and able to be accepted by many I believe more people will start to protect their heads. I propose a variety of styles that could include: baseball cap, beanie, sun hat, fedora, beret, and bucket hat. They would be made out of a lightweight but durable material to ensure safety in the case of a fall or collision but close to the original hat style enough to incorporate into everyone's daily life.