Originally Posted by
devilshaircut
Of course, I agree, with a brake, the accident would have been less severe.
What I am saying is that there are 2-3 other more relevant factors that everyone seemed to overlook because brakeless riding is a more incendiary topic. One of which was the lack of helmet which only now is being brought up.
That's true. This is a discussion board, after all. Discussion is the goal.
I don't think anyone will disagree that the car driver could have been more vigilant.
I don't think anyone will disagree that it would have been wiser to zig like his friend than zag into the curb.
I don't think anyone will disagree that, if there was a stop sign, it's the biker's fault.
I don't think anyone will disagree that his head injury would have been prevented by a helmet.
Saying the crash could have been avoided if brakes were used? Look at all the discussion that has produced.