i know how it is; the last time i got knocked over by a car was of course the day i decided to go without a helmet. perhaps i'm at that age where i realize a sense of mortality. i also have to concur with Sweep's comments about the wife factor. i suppose things change when you realize that if you get hurt seriously you are not only personally ****ed, but so is the person closest to you. still, there is something about being out in the countryside with the wind in your hair. but while a helmet won't protect against all serious injuries, wearing one sure beats re-learning the alphabet. it still suprises me how many roadies i see in high park in full euro kit and no helmet.