Originally Posted by
avole
I'm appalled by your answer. I suspect by far the majority other readers feel exactly the same. Not worth bothering further.
I don't know why you'd be appalled that I expect and want freedom of choice when it comes to my body. I want others to have that choice as well. I'm appalled that there are people such as yourself who want to force people to do things because they think they are right and know what's best.
Originally Posted by
I-Like-To-Bike
Relax, bicycle helmets are not mandatory/compulsory in Europe; though a few places might have some sort of requirement for children. Few places in the U.S. have such regulations for adults.
I meant the term 'compulsory', not that all of Europe mandates it. Most people would not use that term in the US and just say mandatory.