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Old 10-30-04 | 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by royalflash
why dont they make them in bright colours- I am always amazed that bike clothes and helmets are usually in drab colours like black and grey that make you blend in to the background. If they did this helmet in fluorescent green then i would probably buy one for commuting. Being seen may be a bit dorky but it could save your life.
One word: Marketing
It's easier to sell something that looks "cool" than it is to sell something that's "safe".
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