Sugar Grove, PA (3/19/2013) - The AMA requires all Pro ATVMX riders to have an installed helmet removal system in order to compete.  The 88 Live to Ride foundation will again have Eject Helmet Removal systems available for purchase at all of the ATVMX events.  Cost of the system is $60 or two for $100.

The goal of the Eject Helmet Removal System is to help first responders remove a proper-fitting full face helmet quickly and safely when neck and spine injuries are suspected.  EMTs can now safely reach a rider/driver’s airway to provide the best possible care.  The system is a small air bladder with an attached hose that weighs next to nothing, and is inflated to push the helmet off of a rider/driver’s head.  If your helmet needs to be removed by an EMT after a crash, they can do it quickly and safely with greatly reduced traction or pressure on the spine.

With the Eject system in place, EMT and Medical staff will know the downed rider is equipped with it because of the indicator stickers on the rider's helmet. Within 25 seconds, the soft, Co2 controlled airbag gently lifts the helmet from the injured rider

Debi Bartosek, President of 88 Live to Ride, encourages all riders, parents, track owners and EMS personnel to visit Eject’s website for testimonials, installation instructions and frequently asked questions concerning the Eject Helmet Removal System – www.ejectsafety.com 

Look for Debi at the JB Racing rig located in the Pro pits.  She hopes to be at each event by Thursday evening.

For more information please visit www.88livetoride.com.

About 88 Live To Ride:
The support of family, friends and the racing community when Matt, Debi’s son, died in a racing accident led to the decision to form a corporation, 88 Live to Ride, Inc., to further expand on needs, seen as necessary, in the sport of ATV racing. The mission of 88 Live to Ride, Inc. is to advocate and support the protection, education and safety of riders involved in ATV racing events. Thru fundraising events held in 2005 the corporation was able to purchase a 20’ Vintage trailer to use as its medical unit along with a Yamaha generator to supply power to it. Doc Ragon uses the medical trailer to provide “walking wounded” care, free of charge, to the racers; their families and the spectators of the sport we all love. Also in 2005, Yamaha Motor Corporation stepped up to the plate and provided 88 Live to Ride with a Limited Edition Rhino to be used as their official pit vehicle at race events.

The Board of 88 Live to Ride, Inc. consists of Debi Bartosek, Jorge Cuartas, Cindi Hart and Beth Laurine. The IRS officially granted the corporation its 501(c)(3) tax exempt status and it is now recognized as a Public Charity.