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Old 07-09-07, 12:22 PM
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Helmets are cool. I wear one all the time. I guess after riding motorcycles for years, I think that helmets are just part of the sport. I also wear a helmet while skiing/snowboarding. I thought they were dumb at first, but then I tried one. It is just so comfortable on the slopes.

Ipods are even cooler! I say wear the headphones all you want, but keep the damn volume down. I listen to music all the time when riding alone, but keep the volume low so I can hear other trail users/cars. The only time it sucks is when I am headed into the wind or going downhill. The wind noise drowns out the music.

On remote gravel/dirt roads it may not be good to have headphones on. You might get used to not having traffic coming by and then space off. Just when you don't expect it, VRRRROOOOOOOMMMMM. Might scare you into a ditch
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