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Old 01-30-12 | 08:51 AM
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njkayaker
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From: Far beyond the pale horizon.
Originally Posted by hagen2456
Now, cyclists: Think of the many who have been brainwashed that helmets save 80% of those who would otherwise have died. Can you honestly say none of them would stop biking if suddenly, helmets were forbidden on the roads?
Things like "save 80%" claim seem false (and people should stop making those claims).

But helmets are "magic" indeed if promoting their use discourages people from cycling (a common anti-helmet claim) as well as encourages them to cycle!
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