derf & avatard
Mr "Red" lives in CO and wants to do what he wants and how he wants to do it. He feels everything is under control when he has the bars and he is willing to take his chances.
Mr Blue races ( vintage ) and is a ATGATT guy.
( derf is correct, the helmet stats listed aren't totally true. but hey, he was on a roll
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I see both sides and fully respect both sides. I live in PA where helmets are optional. I never leave my driveway without leather jacket, full face helmet, boots and gloves. My choice and that's what I want to wear when I ride.
If you wish to ride without gear that improves your chances of survival, feel free to do so. Also make sure you have all your ducks in a row in case some inattentive person takes you out.
I don't want the .gov telling me what to do, I should be responsible for my own well being.