The Cult of Bike Helmets: The history—and danger—of a modern safety obsession. - eviltoast

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  • Salamander@mander.xyz
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    2 years ago

    Car crashes are one of the main sources of traumatic brain injuries. I think that it is likely that someone who is wearing a helmet during a car crash would be protected to a degree from TBIs, so I looked a bit for a source on this and found this relevant blog post:

    Op-Ed: Yes, Gov. Cuomo, Car Helmets Could Save Lives

    Fortunately here in the Netherlands we don’t have to bike with a helmet on. Would I be supposed to leave it hanging from my bike, exposed to the rain and theft? Or carry it with me into the shops and bars and keep an eye on it? Sounds like a nuisance.