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Topics: 34 Posts: 405	wrote over 2 years ago I wear one only because it's the law here in TN, and of course I work on a military base and have to have one on to get on base. Otherwise I'd ride without. I often take off over into Ark where I can ride all day without my helmet. I'm a big boy and I'm well aware of the risks I'm taking and accept them.
bobd104 Topics: 0 Posts: 1	bobd104 wrote over 2 years ago In (NH) helmets are not required and for many years I didn't wear one. However, over the last two years I haven't been out without one on? Who'd of known? ? ?
msryan2u Topics: 1 Posts: 158	msryan2u wrote over 2 years ago Unless I'm racing, no.
PINKMEDICCHICK Topics: 2 Posts: 379	PINKMEDICCHICK wrote over 2 years ago Being a EMT, I work for a company that only does extreme sports events (motorcross,car racing, rodeos,bullriding) all which have very good protective equipment that I wouldn"t do without it.Yet I don"t wear a helmet when we ride, but I have been thinking about getting one and wearing it- after my first close call! ______________________ Pinkmedicchick
HijinxApparel Topics: 25 Posts: 577	HijinxApparel wrote over 2 years ago Depends but usually don't go with a lid if I don't have too - but I'm in NJ so I dont have that opportunity all that much!
wolfhound Topics: 7 Posts: 839	wolfhound wrote over 2 years ago My head tested pavement strength back in the 80"s and I was lucky to live(got some cool scars) so both my wife and I wear them all the time.In fact we have like 3 different ones each.You dont want to wear one is no skin off my face, lol, but your choice here in MT. We dont have a law requiring them.
Dyna Topics: 20 Posts: 874	Dyna wrote over 2 years ago We have a mandatory helmet law here in Ireland but when in places I don't have to I don't. Not out of anybravado or image thing I just like not having to wear it. People in these kind of discusions always quote stats for and against but at the end of the day the choice should be up to you. ______________________ It is better to be hated for what you are, than loved for what you are not!
HijinxApparel Topics: 25 Posts: 577	HijinxApparel wrote over 2 years ago Dyna wrote... We have a mandatory helmet law here in Ireland but when in places I don't have to I don't. Not out of anybravado or image thing I just like not having to wear it. People in these kind of discusions always quote stats for and against but at the end of the day the choice should be up to you. Gotta agree - I think at tjhe end of the day should be a personal choice!
wolfhound Topics: 7 Posts: 839	wolfhound wrote over 2 years ago fortbriscoe wrote... I wear one and I don't care what anybody else does. wish I had seen that before,pretty much sums it up for me too
Cathy Topics: 2 Posts: 1270	Cathy wrote over 2 years ago wolfhound wrote... fortbriscoe wrote... I wear one and I don't care what anybody else does. wish I had seen that before,pretty much sums it up for me too And that would be full-face.
rory1 Topics: 53 Posts: 793	rory1 wrote over 2 years ago As Dyna says it's law in Ireland to wear one. But after 30 years on bikes and over a million miles under me ass i wear as much protective gear as i'm comfortable with...but always helmet and handshoes, you tumble off and the first thing to hit the deck is your paws, followed promptly by your skull and whatever it may contain. I've lost too many chairde (friends) off bikes not to have learned some lessons.Having said that i truely believe it should be personal choice..as long as in your will you state "turn off the life support machine" just to save the taxpayer paying for your choice ! ______________________ The best arguement against democracy is a five minute conversation with the average voter
Topics: 0 Posts: 3	wrote over 2 years ago Proud Member and officer ABATE of Illinois. I wear mine when the weather is bad oron the Interstate. Otherwise I don't. I am proud to have the freedom to choose. Thank you ABATE.
RKingMike Topics: 0 Posts: 1	RKingMike wrote over 2 years ago If I am in a state that does not require it, I usually do NOT wear it! Here in Cali we have to, and I think the law is pure Crap!!!!
Johnboy Topics: 0 Posts: 1	Johnboy wrote over 2 years ago NO, were still a free state, and i avoid any state with a helment law if i can, but if i can't, (yes i confess i do own a helment) i put it on.
countryriders Topics: 3 Posts: 8	countryriders wrote over 2 years ago I wish I had the choice
MtnDewMe1 Topics: 0 Posts: 2	MtnDewMe1 wrote over 2 years ago I'm a brand new member here, but not a brand new rider, been on about 7 yrs now and YES, i wear my helmet, never leave home without it, and it's saved my life once. A dog ran into my front tire after dark, didn't see it coming, and I flew through my windshield head first. the crack in my helmet would have been in my noggin if I hadn't been wearing my helmet. I DON'T agree with the law, but I wear it because I choose to. Always Ride Safe
Diehard Topics: 1 Posts: 9	Diehard wrote over 2 years ago RexTheRoadDog wrote... OK You had to get this going again. Number 1. I AND MANY OF MY NOT WEARING HELMET FRIENDS ARE NOT HARD BIKER WANNABES. I personally have been riding since I was 19. Saying that 'all who choose to not wear a helmet are just trying to look cool' is a major insult to us. Yes we have the cajones !!! It sounds to me like you have some biker issue. You have the right to disagree with us but keep your anal attitude out of it. Neither you nor anyone else pays my medical expenses so shut up about it. I am sick of that cry ‘oh, you can’t cost me money.” That is just plain Bull. Number 2. Using your argument, keeping the head alive while the body is destroyed is more expensive medically than the alternative. In my opinion there are worse things than dying. What is next? How about full body armor? How about air bag suits? How about roll cages. Hell, why don’t we just outlaw motorcycles, and why stop there? Let’s get rid of beer, wine and whiskey. Boy that would save a lot of medical expenses. Number 3. WHAT I DO IS MY CHOICE NOT YOURS!! If the meddling do- gooders are worried about saving money that they fantasize coming out of their pockets due to me not wearing a helmet I have a suggestion where they can really save money. Spend some effort on returning our military from Harm’s way. But that is another subject Finnally, I notice your profile photo is helmet less. I've only been on the site a couple days but I like you already!! I don't where a helmet unless it's mandated by law and I try to avoid those states whenever possible.
printerdoc Topics: 0 Posts: 4	printerdoc wrote over 2 years ago I love being in the wind, I don't like windshields or helmets. Unfortunately here where the weather is nice all year we have this stupid helmet law. Like many have said and I agree you should have a choice. Maybe someday we will have a choice again.
PrimalLeathers Topics: 9 Posts: 118	PrimalLeathers wrote over 2 years ago Every one should have the FREEDOM to choose. This is a FREE COUNTRY, Is it not?
Topics: 15 Posts: 1761	wrote over 2 years ago My state requires a helmet but when I ride in NO HELMET states; I USUALLY wear it if in city traffic, interstates or high congested areas. Sometimes in rural areas I'll remove it to get that free feeling. But mostly wear it ALL times. ______________________ Amendment 28 Congress shall make no law that applies to the citizens of the United States that does not apply equally to the Senators or Representatives, and Congress shall make no law that applies to the Senators or Representatives that does not apply equally to the citizens of the United States .

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