That's a really good point. I think it is interesting that there are things that we fear so much but yet we will all drive a car which is inherently quite dangerous. All we can do is be as mindful as possible. We can't control much. 

DesertDave

My kid broke his arm when he was younger. Was it from riding dirt bikes? Rock climbing? Trampoline? nope. Playing tennis. Slipped on wet spot on court and fell down. 

My point is, if something bad is going to happen, it can happen no matter what. 

freetx

What do you like about your kids?

cryotosensei

Makes sense. Kids are smarter than we give them credit for. I always do my best to be trusting, even when my parental extinct is to protect. My son recently started riding dirt bikes. It has been a lot of work for me on trust him not to hurt himself. And he has been doing great. 