Originally Posted by
Papa Tom
However, with so many riders on the various bike forums constantly reporting hits and near misses with drunken drivers, I wondered why we have no problem joining rides sponsored by the stuff that makes those drivers drunk.
The obvious response is don't join the rides if that bothers you. I think the clear majority of riders don't really care. Without sponsors either events don't happen or the participant fees go way up.
Beer sales are big - Super Bowl, NASCAR, and lots of local fairs and charities. I'm just glad whenever any sponsor contributes money to keep costs down and just makes them happen.