Originally Posted by
Chaco
I don't wear earbuds, not because I think they're especially unsafe (except in a group ride), but because I would rather enjoy the ride rather than music.
+1.
I do think it's unsafe to wear earbuds while riding, but if it wasn't, I would still ride with open ears because like you, I'd rather enjoy the ride than music. It's the same when I drive. I usually leave the stereo off and listen to the engine instead.
