Joined: May 2011
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From: the LOU, Mo
Bikes: Bianchi Nuevo Alloro, Cannondale ST400, Fuji Palisade, GT Timberline FS, Raleigh Technium 420, Schwinn Moab, Schwinn Passage, Schwinn Tempo, Specialized Sirrus Elite (aluminum), Specialized Sirrus Triple (steel), Trek 7.6, Viner Road Record
Nice to see you made it through. A helmet isn't a bad idea, especially if you're going to do hillbombs with your feet unsecured.
On the other hand, looking at your injuries... A helmet probably wouldn't have helped much.
Brakes might be a better purchase first.