Don't wear a helmet? I'd like to know why.
Hello All,
I'm admittedly new to the community, but Julie H. told me this group is amazingly diverse and very (hopefully) willing to offer their honest opinions on issues in the Cycling community.
Here's a little background. I'm a reporter from RedEye, and I'm looking into what seems to be a more controversial issue than most people thing: Actually wearing a helmet. I've heard from some great people on both sides, but in the interest of a balanced perspective, I would love to hear from some folks who choose NOT to wear a helmet. I've seen some people say it's a vanity/comfort issue, and others who question the effectiveness of the practice.
Whatever the case, I would be very interested to hear your opinions on the issue. I can be reached most quickly at mswasko@tribune.com. Also, if you have comments you'd like to post in the thread, I will be watching.
Thank you all very much for your help.
mick
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Permalink Reply by Spencer "Thunderball" Thayer! on -
I'll agree Joe Tighe, 31, of Logan Square was being self-righteous and ignorant. I do not understand why cyclists judge their peers based on their helmet preference. It's absurd.
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Permalink Reply by Julie Hochstadter on -
my nude centerfold with nothing but the helmet and bike runs in bicycling magazine next issue :))
Jimmy said:Looking good Julie, that helmet looks great on you : )
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Permalink Reply by Duppie 13.5185km on -
Talk about reporters creating public discourse that they can then report on.
The reporter mentioned this thread, started by himself, as an example of how contentious the debate can get on CL.
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Permalink Reply by Derek on -
Nice catch.
Duppie said:Talk about reporters creating public discourse that they can then report on.
The reporter mentioned this thread, started by himself, as an example of how contentious the debate can get on CL.
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Permalink Reply by Jimmy on -
lol!
Julie Hochstadter said:my nude centerfold with nothing but the helmet and bike runs in bicycling magazine next issue :))
Jimmy said:Looking good Julie, that helmet looks great on you : )
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Permalink Reply by Zoetrope on -
Duppie said:Talk about reporters creating public discourse that they can then report on.
The reporter mentioned this thread, started by himself, as an example of how contentious the debate can get on CL.
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Permalink Reply by James BlackHeron on -
LOL -Legacy Media
Reporters make up their own "Truth" and try and disseminate it while hiding their obvious bias the best they can. People are finally beginning to wise up and stop buying their rags. That's why many of them are going broke. It's about time Maybe someday they will all be out of work. We can only dream.
Duppie said:Talk about reporters creating public discourse that they can then report on.
The reporter mentioned this thread, started by himself, as an example of how contentious the debate can get on CL.
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Permalink Reply by Jon319 on -
Wearing a helmet should be a matter of choice. I choose not to for everyday commuting and haven't had a serious injury in seven years of being car free. If you ride defensively you can do pretty well protecting yourself.
Biking is not a dangerous activity and the constant focus on saying you need to wear a helmet induces a false sense of risk to the activity. Walking across a street is a point of conflict, yet we don't wear helmets or pads to walk.
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Permalink Reply by william on -
I wonder what the percentage of dissatisfied helmet-people are only familiar with those heavy, hot, cumbersome, dorky-looking BMX/skate style lids that seem to be popular for some odd reason.
A lightweight, airy, comfortable helmet is a well-spent investment if one decides to wear a helmet.
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Permalink Reply by James Hartman on -
Wearing a Helmet beats the Alternative!
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Permalink Reply by Stephenie on -
Great article and indeed heroic looking photo sporting the dress AND helmet! I am a fan of both while bike riding. I can't do any riding for at least a few more days (maybe a week!?!?) after a recent crash, rendering my hip & groin useless (exaggeration, as I can still walk- just with a lot of pain that will take time to heal), on the train tracks. Knocked my noggin' pretty good, too, but the helmet took the brunt of it. Happy to have spent the $55 and will gladly fork it over again very soon as I prep for getting back in the saddle.
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Permalink Reply by Bryan McClaran on -
I only wear a helmet when racing. Other than that it's a hat if it's chilly or nothing at all. I find that I actually ride more safely and like less of a jackass if I'm not wearing one. I'll admit though, that I stopped wearing mine after I broke it when I got hit by a car.
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