Originally Posted by
I-Like-To-Bike
IMHO you are correct, both items are about equal in capability for significant reduction of bicycling injury risk (i.e. severity x probability.)
Exactly. Gloves protect against injuries that are relatively likely to happen but which are only irritating. Helmets protect against rare injuries that are potentially debilitating.
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