Originally Posted by
closetbiker
It also begs the question why cyclists are using helmets when pedestrians are not when it has been shown from data supplied to CTC by UK Department of Health, that pedestrians are subject to head injuries at the same rate that cyclists are (30.0 % vs. 30.1 %) and it has been pointed out by the UK's largest helmet testing firm that the protection that a helmet provides is ideal for a pedestrian (
http://www.cyclehelmets.org/papers/c2023.pdf)
Clearly the biggest risk is health problems from not cycling or walking enough, not possible injuries to good health from cycling or walking.
Wow, peds and cyclists have the same fall rates... I find that amazing. Two feet planted verses two rolling wheels... it just boggles the mind.
Of course as a ped I only cross streets at intersections... whereas as a cyclist I merge and mix with motor traffic in places other than intersections... all it takes is a slight nudge from a car to send me careening.
Perhaps I don't need a helmet at all.
