Originally Posted by
contango
I agree with the sentiment but if I were involved in a crash or a wipeout sufficiently ugly that I couldn't fix the bike and continue, it would be nice to be able to call for help.
I was glad to have my phone earlier this year when I wiped out and broke my collarbone on an early morning solo training ride. I'd always been in the habit of taking it with me when I ride for the "just in case" factor, just as I had got into the habit of carrying my medical insurance card. Not fun to think about, but it quickly becomes second nature.