Why not let people make up thier own mind--if they want to take the risk--that's their prerogative. Don't preach me about not using a brake/helmet, or whatever other safety device you prefer. Let people take their own risks. On the converse, don't come crying to me if you dont have a brake and hurt yourself.

If you dont run a brake, you accept the risk that entails.

Your "argument" and so called "logic" could be used to stop people from riding bikes altogether, as they are plenty of people with brakes, helmets and other safety devices that are injured everyday on a bike through no fault of their own.