This simple device can be used as a last line of defense when riot police attempt to charge a line of protestors. The “Ball Bearing Poster” can quickly and easily scatter a barrier of ball bearings on the street making it difficult for police to charge a crowd or a small targeted group. The bearings are concealed inside an aluminum rod which is surrounded by wood, creating the handle for your protest sign. Slowing down the advancing riot police can give the group a little more time to flee the area without getting arrested. The advantage of concealing the bearings inside a sign handle makes it easier to covertly fling the bearings in an even sweeping action. If getting arrested is unavoidable the sign can be dropped on the ground without raising any suspicions from the police - a big advantage over carrying bearings in you pocket. It's becoming more and more common for peaceful demonstrations and protest to suddenly take a violent turn. It is often times the police that initiate violent clashes. Turning a peaceful protest violet allows the police to quickly take control of the demonstration and also offers them an opportunity to single out organizers and arrest them. Once you have your materials it takes less than 15 minutes to complete one of these. For best results make several of these for you and your fellow protesters.