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- Fall Paddling Safety: Cold-Water Layering and Wetsuit BasicsA practical guide to fall cold-water paddling: why immersion is the real danger, how to layer for water temperature, and how wetsuits and drysuits actually keep you alive.
- Hair Dryer Brushes Recalled Over Missing Electrocution ProtectionThe CPSC recalled Junkins and Guang Zhou hair dryer brushes on September 10, 2026, and warned about others, because they lack the immersion protection device that prevents electrocution near water.
- Equestrian Helmets: ASTM/SEI Standards and Replacement RulesA plain-English guide to ASTM F1163, SEI certification, and when to replace your riding helmet, so you can buy smart and ride protected in the saddle.
- Children’s Bike Helmets Recalled for Failing the Federal Safety StandardThe CPSC and Victgoal recalled children’s bike helmets sold on Walmart.com on September 10, 2026 because they fail the mandatory federal standard and may not protect a child’s head in a crash.
- HANS Devices and Head Restraints: How They Prevent Racing InjuriesA plain-English guide to how HANS devices and head-and-neck restraints prevent basilar skull fractures, what SFI 38.1 and FIA 8858 certification means, and how to fit and maintain yours.
- CPSC Warns: Stop Using These 4-in-1 Gas and CO Detectors That Fail to AlertThe CPSC warned consumers on August 20, 2026 to immediately stop using about 376,974 “4 in 1” plug-in gas and carbon monoxide detectors sold under 18 brands that can fail to alert to deadly CO.
- Cross Country Spikes: Choosing Traction for Wet Fall CoursesA practical, plain-English guide to choosing cross country spikes for wet fall courses, covering pin length, plate design, NFHS rules, and how to match traction to muddy terrain.
- Martial Arts Headgear: Foam-Dipped vs Padded for SparringA plain-English guide to foam-dipped versus padded sparring headgear, covering how each type protects, what governing bodies require, and how to pick the right one for your discipline.
- Fire Spray Canisters Recalled Because They Can Fail During a FireThe CPSC and Prepared Hero recalled about 31,000 Hero Fire Spray canisters because they can deteriorate, rupture, and fail to work during a fire. Here is what owners should do now.
- Goalkeeper Gloves: Grip, Cut and Sizing for Wet Fall MatchesA practical, plain-English guide to choosing goalkeeper gloves for wet fall matches, covering latex grip, glove cuts, sizing, finger protection, and simple latex care that keeps your palms tacky.
