Monday, December 22, 2008

Careful With that "X" Eugene...

There's something a lot of people have that has many misconceptions swirling around it and its use.
  • This item is not a magic talisman. Simply possessing it does not make one invulnerable.
  • Relying on this item rather than basic common sense and situational awareness will lead to very bad things.
  • It's absolutely critical to know when this item should be used versus when it should not be used.
  • Use of this item requires practice; it's not something that should be ignored for months at a time and then pulled out at the last minute, deus ex machina style.
  • This item should never get you into trouble, only out of it.
  • This item can give you peace of mind even though you may never use it.

What's the item in question? Why, four-wheel-drive, of course!

What, you thought I meant something else?

That is all.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

I have been very greatful for my 4 wheel drive these last few days as I headed out in the wee hours of the morning to visit pt's. Didn't see too many idiots, mainly just rolling igloo's

Borepatch said...

On the drive back from JFK yesterday, the Mrs. and I argued about putting the 4WD on in the Jeep.

She thinks it's a magic talisman that will prevent all accidents. I think it causes some.

But you can guess who won the argument. Hope and Change!

Anonymous said...

Whether you have 2 or 4 WD you still only have four very small patches of rubber that are in contact with the road surface. 4WD will NOT help you stop faster!