yeah!!!

I am a member of the safety police too.

I once saw a deaf kid riding his bike and I PUNCHED HIM IN THE FACE!!!!!!! It was harsh but it may have saved his life.

If someone rides VC then they do not need to hear. I listen to talk radio so its not like I am just blarring it but I have found that if anything it cuts wind noise and I can hear cars better.

The one persons example is the perfect reason why they should ride VC. A VC rider would have already taken the lane when approaching an intersection as to eliminate the possibility of a driver passing and left hooking them. Riding to the right in an intersection is bad form with or without headphones.

But some are right. If you ride like a NYC messenger then you probably should not wear headphones.

Deer do not live long around roads so I try not to act like one.