Originally Posted by
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But...why? Leaving aside the issue of kids, why should adults not be allowed to have such a ride? Is it not their choice to do so? As long as there is no danger to people on the ground, of course.
You are quite right, however, this assumes the people are aware of the risk. Joe Punter has no clue about the risk, sees a "ride" and automatically presumes the operator wouldn't be doing it if it wasn't safe.
If everyone onboard are skilled, fully aware of what they are up to and have the appetite for leaving a smoking hole in the ground, then good luck to them.
Unfortunately, even in this instance, they will drive up the premiums for everyone else, making it difficult for sensible and responsible people to enter or stay in the game and encourage local law-makers to over-regulate the environment.
If you want a fun ride, go visit a theme park.