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#33
I don't always wear a helmet but now that I've finally found one that is comfortable, non claustrophobic, and not ridiculous looking (per the wife) I wear one more often.
However, I've always been kind of superstitious about going bare headed with a helmet strapped to the bike. It always seemed to be tempting fate just a little more than I've been comfortable with. Therefore, when traveling through a place or conditions (rain, etc) requiring a helmet, I've always kept it on my head even after leaving the mandatory place or when the conditions passed.
I do remain anti-sticker.
However, I've always been kind of superstitious about going bare headed with a helmet strapped to the bike. It always seemed to be tempting fate just a little more than I've been comfortable with. Therefore, when traveling through a place or conditions (rain, etc) requiring a helmet, I've always kept it on my head even after leaving the mandatory place or when the conditions passed.
I do remain anti-sticker.
#35
Havent worn a lid in ages...I hate it. Just recently have I had a change of mind due to the few reasons listed below:
3)Had a sherriff tell me over a beer that every cop knows that if you're lidless good chance you've been drinking...thats some serious info right there!
3)Had a sherriff tell me over a beer that every cop knows that if you're lidless good chance you've been drinking...thats some serious info right there!
#37
Arizona Bike Week is on now- welcome to our great weather, scenery and helmet choice.
I saw a BUNCH of out of State riders wearing helmets plastered with anti-helmet law stickers.
I got no beef or interest in someone choosing to wear a helmet, but the "I'm not wearing this helmet by choice" sticker makes me laugh--- 'cause they don't have to wear one while they are here.
I wonder where they parked the trailer
mike
I saw a BUNCH of out of State riders wearing helmets plastered with anti-helmet law stickers.
I got no beef or interest in someone choosing to wear a helmet, but the "I'm not wearing this helmet by choice" sticker makes me laugh--- 'cause they don't have to wear one while they are here.
I wonder where they parked the trailer
mike
Personally I think we have waaaay to many laws and idiot lawmakers scrambling to come up with more laws to benefit some companies bottom line more than my safety. I can take care of myself just fine, thank you. I know not to sit too close to the fire.
#38
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#39
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Arizona Bike Week is on now- welcome to our great weather, scenery and helmet choice.
I saw a BUNCH of out of State riders wearing helmets plastered with anti-helmet law stickers.
I got no beef or interest in someone choosing to wear a helmet, but the "I'm not wearing this helmet by choice" sticker makes me laugh--- 'cause they don't have to wear one while they are here.
I wonder where they parked the trailer
mike
I saw a BUNCH of out of State riders wearing helmets plastered with anti-helmet law stickers.
I got no beef or interest in someone choosing to wear a helmet, but the "I'm not wearing this helmet by choice" sticker makes me laugh--- 'cause they don't have to wear one while they are here.
I wonder where they parked the trailer
mike
Jeez you guys, give it a break.
#40
I respect people's right to make personal choices and exercise their right to live their life as they see fit, as long as it doesn't harm others or impose on THEIR lives and rights as stated above.
That being said, in a quarter centuury career in public safety, first as a paramedic and then as a motor officer and accident investigator, I've seen and personally experienced both the benefits of helmet use and the tragedy that can result from going without.
This is not a speech or lecture intended to change anyone's mind. All of you reading this (or most, anyways) are thinking, reasoning adults. You make choices, set priorities. In the end, what's your head/brains/life and future worth to you?
One of the compelling reasons for mandatory helmet laws is not a "nanny state" issue at all, but rather simple economics. As you all know, or should know, comprehensive insurance on a motorcycle DOES NOT include medical coverage for the rider/owner. Thus if you are involved in a crash, your only coverage is that provided by whatever medical coverage you have through your employer or have purchased yourself. This coverage makes no provision for long term care if you sustain a significant head injury beacause you were riding without a helmet. So, you have two options: Sue the other party (difficult ot do if you were in a single vehicle crash!), or become a "ward of the state". Yes, you go to the cheapest nursing home Medicaid will pay for and live out your days being fed through a tube and pissing in a bag, all on the taxpayers dime. Not a very attractive prospect, is it?
Yes, the helmet laws do have an element of protecting us from ouselves, as do the seatbelt laws, but the underlying theme is a practical one from a strictly "financial" point of view.
I always wear a helmet. I crashed my police motor once at relatively low speed (less than 30 mph) and my head hit HARD. if not for the helmet I would be dead or be drawing with crayons in a long term care facility somewhere now. Whenever I see riders going w/o a helmet I feel sad for the potential consequences they face, but I respect their choice.
That being said, in a quarter centuury career in public safety, first as a paramedic and then as a motor officer and accident investigator, I've seen and personally experienced both the benefits of helmet use and the tragedy that can result from going without.
This is not a speech or lecture intended to change anyone's mind. All of you reading this (or most, anyways) are thinking, reasoning adults. You make choices, set priorities. In the end, what's your head/brains/life and future worth to you?
One of the compelling reasons for mandatory helmet laws is not a "nanny state" issue at all, but rather simple economics. As you all know, or should know, comprehensive insurance on a motorcycle DOES NOT include medical coverage for the rider/owner. Thus if you are involved in a crash, your only coverage is that provided by whatever medical coverage you have through your employer or have purchased yourself. This coverage makes no provision for long term care if you sustain a significant head injury beacause you were riding without a helmet. So, you have two options: Sue the other party (difficult ot do if you were in a single vehicle crash!), or become a "ward of the state". Yes, you go to the cheapest nursing home Medicaid will pay for and live out your days being fed through a tube and pissing in a bag, all on the taxpayers dime. Not a very attractive prospect, is it?
Yes, the helmet laws do have an element of protecting us from ouselves, as do the seatbelt laws, but the underlying theme is a practical one from a strictly "financial" point of view.
I always wear a helmet. I crashed my police motor once at relatively low speed (less than 30 mph) and my head hit HARD. if not for the helmet I would be dead or be drawing with crayons in a long term care facility somewhere now. Whenever I see riders going w/o a helmet I feel sad for the potential consequences they face, but I respect their choice.