Originally Posted by Doohickie

It's a cost-benefit thing: Since I already have the helmet, the cost is a bit of discomfort. The benefit is potentially not ending up a vegetable if something weird happens. I've cracked one helmet myself, and I've seen several people go down, some of them experienced cyclists, and those who had helmets fared better than those who didn't. To me, it's worth it for some level of increased safety. Yes, I know, I can still be injured if I wear a helmet; it's a matter of degrees.

For those who choose not to wear one, well go for it. Just keep riding and good luck to ya.