A helmet isn't really needed in a velo -- though this is a hotly debated topic (no pun intended) However I still ride with one for a couple of reasons .. first is that the tee shirt rides still basically require it (as do any organized rides or tours) and I really don't feel like debating the issue with someone that has the power to just say no) and therefore I might as well get used to it. And second .. which is clearly more subjective .. kids see you .. I feel like an example needs to be set as they literally boil out of schools or churches to come see you when you roll up and setting an example for *them* to wear a helmet where it does matter is possibly worth it.
Quote from JimFPU on Dec 22nd, 2016, 7:17am:You know in the velo, I just don't wear a helmet. And I found that people steer further clear of me when I don't have the helmet on when riding the 700. Funny how car drivers seem to complain that they can't see us, but know if we're wearing a helmet or not. It seems they can get closer if we're wearing a helmet? Makes no sense at all.
Now the Giro helmet does look cool for bents if I ever get to the point I want to wear one again...
This reminds me of all the motorcycle helmet discussions from when I was a kid in the 70's...and we didn't wear helmets when we were being Evil Knievil either!!