Originally Posted by
cyccommute
Not everyone can spend hours getting to their destination. Going slow enough that you won't ever crash isn't an option for most people.
Using this mentality we would say that speeding in automobiles is justified if one is late. Better to start early or chose another form of transportation.
Originally Posted by
cyccommute
Frankly, in life as well as bicycling, I learn much more from making mistakes than I ever learn from successes.
Using bicycle accidents as a learning tool is not only foolish, but goes against any form of rational behavior. A healthy dose of common sense and caution would be the preferred method.