> Mandatory helmets Mandatory helmets is a separate thing. You're arguing against a policy none of the parent comments or the root article talks about. > Bot

> Mandatory helmets Mandatory helmets is a separate thing. You're arguing against a policy none of the parent comments or the root article talks about. > Both cyclists and motorists tend to take slightly more risks when wearing helmets This whole article is about being an assertive bicyclist while not wearing a helmet. The author is encouraging people to not wear a helmet and bicycle less defensively than they typically do. The primary argument for this behavior is because it feels good.