Dangerous recreation

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There was a big story this past week about eight people killed at an off-road race. While fingers were being pointed at various people to blame, there was one quote, "if you don't have the manpower to do it safely, it shouldn't be done at all." Really, is that necessary for adults? Of average intelligence, at least. If the statement is true, shouldn't sky diving be illegal, or bungee jumping, or mountain climbing? Or is there a certain amount of leeway allowed so that as long as a reasonable amount of precautions are taken. Now those who take their children and behave irresponsibly at such events, let's do another post. But for this one, why should the government require companies not to host events when they do not have personnel to remind everyone of common sense? I have seen signs in various places, like "Park at your own risk" or "Lifeguard not on duty; swim at your own risk". Wouldn't that be a given if no such sign was posted? Of course, the frivolous lawsuits. Like the courts don't have enough to do than to take care of whiny little immature people who didn't have the sense to stay away from speeding racing cars. I would rather have the freedom to attend these events and practice safety on my own, which I am quite capable of doing, being over 50 years old. Since the deaths of that accident were in their twenties, perhaps there should be an age limit, say thirty or so, to be responsible for the twenty-somethings not yet mature enough to take care of themselves.