Vests that save your life

The General Directorate of Traffic launches in Galicia a prevention campaign against the increase in deaths due to hitting the roads

It is a campaign of distribution of reflective vests after, so far this year, 7 deaths have already been recorded, half of those killed in the last year.

The sub-delegation of the Government in Pontevedra, Maica Larriba, together with the provincial director of Traffic, Paula Yubero and the captain of the traffic subsector of the Civil Guard, Leovigildo Villares, distributed today reflective vests with reflective tapes to the pilgrims who were circulating along the N-550 highway in the municipality of Valga.

Today begins this campaign to prevent road accidents in order to raise awareness among peons and other users with whom they live, about the importance of being seen on the road and thus ensure that they are seen by vehicle drivers.

Of the 1,180 deaths in the interurban roads in Spain last year, a total of 131 were pawns in this type of road. As regards Pontevedra, the data for 2018 shows the number of 4 pedestrians who died on the interurban road, 1 of them on the highway. There are also 2 cases of abuse on urban roads and 2 on crossings.

Precisely, in this year, in the interurban road, registered two fatal cases of abuse, one of them in the municipality of Valga, where the campaign was presented as indicated by the sub-delegation of the Government in Pontevedra, Maica Larriba.

Speaking of road safety, the Civil Guard intercepted in the vicinity of the O Campiño industrial estate in Pontevedra, a passenger car that traveled at 123 km/h on a stretch of track limited to 50 km/h. The driver of the vehicle tested positive for alcohol and drugs.

It was at dawn, the driver, 24 years old and neighbor of Pontevedra, was detected by a radar team of the Traffic Detachment of the Civil Guard of Pontevedra, in one of the access roads to this polygon, at an excessive speed, 73 km/h above the legal limit.

The serious irresponsibility of this young driver, who already only had a balance of nine points on the driver's license, can be accompanied by the deduction of 18 points and with it the loss of the validity of his driving license, in addition to a penalty Economic € 2,600.

More than 200 pedestrians were sanctioned in one day!

More than 200 pedestrians were sanctioned in one day by Alba police officers. They were surprised as they crossed the street through the red light of the electric traffic light or through an inaccessible place.

Prevention of accidents involving pedestrians remains a priority of the Alba County Police Inspectorate.

On February 26, 2019, the White Road Service organized, within the entire county, an action aimed at preventing road accidents involving pedestrians.

In this action, 203 pedestrians were identified who engaged in irregular crossings or failed to comply with traffic rules on public roads.

Another 77 traffickers have been sanctioned for minor offenses against road traffic law.

The total value of the sanctions applied was 34,600 lei.

In order not to be involved in road accidents, the Alba County Police Inspectorate recommends pedestrians:

Only cross the signaling crossings or the corner of the street! Do not cross the front or back of the stopped cars!

At any crossing, stop outside the carriageway, make sure left, right and then left again!

Appreciate the time you need to travel safely and consider that when crossing streets with more lanes or when you are in a high-speed zone, you have to be more cautious!

Avoid running on the roadside or bicycle tracks! Observe exactly the meaning of road signs (signs or traffic lights) and do not run on public roads if you have drunk alcohol - the possibility of being injured increases significantly.

Be cautious in bad or dark weather! To be visible, wear reflective clothing and reflective tapes!

Dear Traveler, adherence to rules keeps you and your neighbor safe from you!

Life and health cannot be redeemed with regrets!

Pearl Izumi Pro Barrier WX Shoe Cover Test

Pearl Izumi Pro Barrier WX shoe covers designed to keep your feet dry during the fall season and spring.

Their goal is not to keep the foot warm at all costs, but to protect from rain and wind. Nevertheless, they are expected to be comfortable between 4 and 13 ℃, enough to cover much of the winter in many French regions.

A neon yellow model with reflective tape is also proposed for more security when the weather conditions offer deteriorated visibility.

Verdict after several hundred kilometers in all weather and temperatures.

These shoe covers use textile P.R.O. Barrier WxB offers optimum protection against wind and water. Textile with a "rubber latex" appearance that is quite elastic.

To fulfill its role, the inner lining is fleece to keep feet warm and the outer seams are protected and waterproof.

The closure is via two Velcro at the back. A small enough on the bottom, then a second on the full height of the shoe. A double closure that should facilitate the introduction of the product on shoes.

For security, we find on this rear part a reflective element. At the front, under the foot, a rubber reinforcement will prevent slipping when walking.

This model is priced at $ 54.95, making it a relatively high-end product.

Threading the product on shoes is easy with the double velcro system. The cutout provided for the wedge is wide, so even with Look wedges, the fabric does not interfere with the engagement of the pedals.

On the back, an opening allows leaving available the heel of the shoe.

The fabric, very thin, prevents the shoe covers from rubbing against the cranks leaving traces. A very fine design that can easily adjust the tightening of his shoe if you are equipped with Boa discs. On the other hand, if it's a micrometric loop, it will not be possible.

For testing by outputs up to 0 ° C, I confirm that it is a bit too low for this product. 3/4 ° C seems to be the minimum while being equipped with socks specific type Merino wool. Up to 11/12, they are pleasant, but beyond, the cyclist will quickly feel choked on the feet with a good sweat.

Rain protection side, nothing to say, it is effective and even more than 2 hours in heavy rain will not come to the end of their waterproofness... Everything will depend mainly on your shoes! Indeed, I was able to test with several models of shoes and the large openings below can, with some models, do not cover some ventilation openings in the sole of your shoe. Forcibly, in this case, we have soaked feet after about 1:30. It will be necessary to ensure that your shoes can adapt to this model of shoe covers. Even the double velcro back closure remains completely waterproof.

A good product as comfortable against the cold (up to 4 ° C minimum) as against rain and wind. It will appreciate its ease of implementation on the shoe, however, the price is somewhat high. However, it should be checked that your shoes do not have ventilation holes located on unprotected areas, otherwise, the Pro Barrier WX will be very inefficient.

It would have been perfect if he could also protect from cold to 0 ° C, but we cannot do everything while remaining so thin.