Originally Posted by
Six jours
If bicycle helmets really were effective in such scenarios, then why would motorcyclists and car racers wear such big heavy helmets?
Clearly, a big, heavy helmet in those situations is deemed practical for the benefit it provides.
Clearly, a big, heavy helmet, for cycling, is deemed
impractal. That is, in cycling, a heavier helmet might be better protection but it has other downsides (
which might not apply in other situations).
It's a trade-off (like everything).
This is
basic stuff that too many people keep forgetting.