Wednesday, March 7, 2012

I don't forget it...


I have ADHD. Seriously! I went to a neuropsychologist, went through a battery of IQ, educational and psychological tests to find out. I’m on medication now, but there are still moments when I am thoughtless or way too impulsive. The little white and red capsules haven’t taken away my ability to forget stuff either. I forget the trivial and not-so-trivial.

I am an obsessive cyclist and runner. Comes with the territory, I guess. I do stuff that keeps me on the edge. I’m mostly safe, but occasionally, I do dumb stuff. Never had any really close calls. Not really.

A few years ago, I bought one of the popular emergency ID bands so that if my inattention to the world around me got me into a serious medical emergency, the ambulance crew would at least know who to call for info.

I wore that thing on every ride for a month or two, but then I started forgetting to put it on. It just slipped out of my pre-ride or pre-run ritual. I remembered once or twice a week, but much of the time I was ID-less.

Earlier this year, I was introduced to the 1BandID, a newcomer to the market. I ordered a bright orange one with my contact info on it. Less than a week later, it arrived in the mail and I put it on my GPS band. The installation was quick and easy. Wrap the band around the band and the Velcro does its job. I tried it on the short side first. Didn’t work for me. Tried it on the other side. Perfect!

I have not gone for a ride or a run without ID since my 1BandID arrived. (I’m kind of compulsive about my data, you know. Hyperfocus. Gotta love it!) I simply won’t ever leave this one behind.

I still occasionally put on my other band if I’m going on an exceptionally long run or ride because it has the online medical records option in addition to my contact info. Of course, I still have my 1BandID on. The GPS is on my wrist!

GIVEAWAY: Jon was the winner of the drawing for a @1BandID held on Wednesday, March 14 at 5:00am. A big thank you goes to Joe at 1BandID for making this contest possible and making a great product.
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34 comments:

  1. JennyMarch 7, 2012 at 9:11 AM

    I need one of these especially since I tend to fall a lot on trail runs.

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  2. Jeff GallupMarch 7, 2012 at 9:15 AM

    Looks like a great idea!

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  3. AnonymousMarch 7, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    Nice idea...especially for the afflicted, Mike. (I could probably use one too.) :-)

    Steve

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  4. K MaulMarch 7, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    I need one of these to update my RoadID. Plus, if the #IRC is set for world domination, I need one in Pink to fit in.

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  5. Thad SweetMarch 7, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    My wife says I need one.......because I'm an idiot!

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  6. VeganrocksMarch 7, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    I used to wear a Road ID, but when I switched shoes, I forgot to take it off! I need one!!

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  7. Jeff GallupMarch 7, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Tweeted, following 1bandID on twitter and FB. Thanks!

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  8. Rita Mnxo4March 7, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    I do religiously wear the "other" ID band, but since I wear both a GPS and a watch (gotta have that data backup plan!), it gets crowded on my wrist, so one of these would be great. Thanks for the review, Mike!

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  9. UnknownMarch 7, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    Great contest! Please sign me up!

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  10. VetRunnahMarch 7, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    People don't think to look in my shoe pocket for id, but if they see that bright thing on my wrist, they will know who to return the body to after I do something stupid ;-)

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  11. Icnat_FosterMarch 7, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    I need to get one because I run in the not so best of places (the only place I have to run) and I run alot on my own. My paths have numerous un-fenced dogs and just as many red necks.

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  12. Paula KigerMarch 7, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    I definitely need this!! I like the story behind the guy who developed it too. Have been too cheap/chintzy to shell out the $$ but for safety's sake I know I need one!

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  13. Paula KigerMarch 7, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    Tweeted! Tweety tweet tweet: https://twitter.com/#!/biggreenpen/status/177449756363198465

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  14. Paula KigerMarch 7, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Following them on Twitter!

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  15. Paula KigerMarch 7, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    Already like their FB page!

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  16. @wirelessjakeMarch 7, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    I have one on my GPS watch but want one for my regular watch too!

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  17. Jim KellamMarch 7, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    Count me in, I'd like one.

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  18. BrianMarch 7, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    Now I know where to look if we get you in the back of the ambulance!

    I really like these, and did not know they existed. Now I am telling all the EMS people and my EMT students to keep a look out for these if the time comes.

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  19. ShirleyMarch 7, 2012 at 6:52 PM

    Wow, I like the fact that it goes on a watch band or something, because I always wear my Garmin Forerunner for running and cycling. So yes, I'm entering! Will find them on FB, too.

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  20. AnonymousMarch 7, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    I have fallen more than once both on my night runs and even in broad daylight. I need one of this. The RoadID works but this one is handier!

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  21. KarlMarch 8, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    I have twisted ankles, and fallen so many times this would be a god-send.

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  22. Brian VinsonMarch 8, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    I'm with you on forgetting the Road ID. I started well, but tend to forget it...

    Sign me up for the drawing, and I "liked" their page on FB for another entry.

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  23. Emily KrempaskyMarch 9, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    So awesome! This could really help me!

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  24. lizzilizMarch 12, 2012 at 10:27 PM

    I could really use one of these :)

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  25. AnonymousMarch 13, 2012 at 7:29 AM

    I have one but can always use one in a different color!!!

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  26. AnonymousMarch 13, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    I did all of the items suggested so I could get the max number of entries!

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  27. UnknownMarch 13, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    I'd love to have one of these!!

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  28. Megan HallMarch 13, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    Great review! I could really use one of these...I almost get hit by cars on a regular basis:(

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  29. Megan HallMarch 13, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    I could really use one of these:)

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  30. Michelle R.March 13, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Could use one of these too!

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  31. ttpowelMarch 13, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Looks good, throw my name in.

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  32. stuckeyfisherMarch 13, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    I'd love to try one of these.
    I re-tweeted, and am following you and 1BandID on Twitter.

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  33. Cynthia BaldwinMarch 13, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    My husband says just carry my driver's license but I forget to grab it. I don't forget my gps watch! I could use one of these!

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  34. UnknownMarch 14, 2012 at 5:26 AM

    And the winner is Jon, a guy who "Liked" 1BandID on Facebook! Congrats! The rest of you can always purchase a 1BandID on their website. www.1BandID.com

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