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Subway surfing is back in vogue among New York
thrill seekers. Clinging to the roof of a train as
it hurtles through the city is pure lunacy that
often ends up as blood on the tracks. The 1/01
issue of Loaded
gives us a look at the latest result of the No Fear
campaign that often ends up in young men making
dumb mistakes.
"Subway turning reached the peak of its
popularity in the late 80s and 90s, then seemed to
have died out, so to speak. But with several deaths
and serious injuries already reported this year,
the fear in New York is that this deadly pastime is
back in fashion.
"Subway surfing, although exciting, is certainly
not a comfortable way to spend the afternoon. The
surfers all have to huddle together on the top of
the train because of the awkward shape of the
carriage. And the noise generated by the train is
so great that all verbal communication is wasted;
lost in the wind. So as they rattle along, the
surfers communicate in a series of gestures
designed to pass warnings back along the line of
carriages. For instance, in a vain attempt to look
out for each other's safety, they peer over their
left shoulders and give the thumbs-up to signal
they are okay.
"Surfing the subway doesn't just involve jumping
on top of the train and holding on for dear life,
nor is it just about good balance. It is a
lifestyle and a skill, and it doesn't just end if
you stay on top until the ride is over. Most
surfers do their homework well. Knowing exactly
where you are underground can make the difference
between getting caught and not getting caught, or
between life and death."
See Adolescence
and another perspective at Know
Fear
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