To each their own I say.
I wear a leather jacket, a half helmet, gloves with knuckle guards and riding goggles/glasses. I will never wear shorts on a bike but I wont go out of my way for knee guards or kevlar jeans.
Im from a life of extreme sports. I know the repercussions and, if and when the time comes I will live with them (hopefully). I also wouldnt be opposed to riding in a tshirt. I just never wear shorts... unless swimming.
Ive had my share of cracked ribs, busted knees, torn ligaments, muscular back problems, road rash and arthritis (im 28).
If I wanted to be safe all the time I wouldnt ride a bike as the inherent danger is there. I also wouldn't cross the street.
So dont preach gear. Its up to the individual riding.
I honestly don't get the "holier then thou" attitude that seems to be prevalent on this forum. Ive been afraid to ask questions about helmets because of this. I would never look at a guy all geared up and say "wtf is wrong with him" so why should you do it to me.
Id also like to travel to an area that doesn't require helmets. Why? I don't know. But if I didn't have to I wouldn't wear one now and again. The slow back road trips. Why not?
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