Reply #78: My take on helmet laws in general remains the same [View All]

I don't think they're necessary. But I also don't think states that have them are being nanny states.

They're a good idea. They won't always help; came up on a bicyclist just hit by a truck passing him. His legs were folded up under his body at the thighbone, so neatly I thought he mustv'e been running one of those wheelchair bikes. Of course, he had a helmet and died regardless.

But they never hurt. People can wear them or not, but I refuse to feel badly for someone with an injury that could've been prevented with little effort. Before I get on my moto, I spend three minutes suiting up. For me it's worth it.

Two-time moto champ at Pike's Peak once said to me if it's too hot for all the gear, it's too hot to ride. Plus, he pointed out, skin grafts are hot too, and they don't come off. ;)