Originally Posted by EboniLM
A part of me feels that it's best to have complete awareness of your surroundings while you're on a secluded trail. That includes sound, which would be impaired by music. especially if you're spoiled by noise cancelling ear phones like myself.
+1
When riding your bike, safety is most important.
It's better to first reach your destination and listen to music afterwards, than to listen to music while riding and have an accident.
What to you think is more important: music or your life? It's your choice, but I wouldn't keep my head in the clouds at the wrong time...