WALTER PAYTON

1251 East Golf Road Schaumburg , Illinois 60185

Honorable Larry Craig Government Operations Committee 2158 Rayburn HOB Washington , DC 20515

Dear Congressman Craig :

As an off - road riding enthusiast for many years , and more recently an avid ATV rider , it has been my observation that many of the people that use these vehicles do so without the proper safety equipment , or with little regard for vehicle or terrain limitations .

A great percentage of the people can be seen riding without helmets . This is the most basic item of safety equipment : These vehicles are not meant to carry passengers and many people appear to disregard the warnings that are placed on the vehicle .

From my own experience , I ' d say it ' s just like playing football . When you play , you have to wear proper gear - - helmet , shoulder pads , knee pads , etc . Without the proper gear and the safety it provides , football wouldn ' t be quite as much fun !

Sincerely ,

Walter Payton

smc

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