Re: [ST] Anyone in New England?

[Nathan Maher <nate@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Neil,

I have no real issue with someone not wearing a helmet, it's a personal 
choice.  But I'm with you, I do have a problem paying outrageous 
insurance as a result of these people getting more injured than they 
would if they'd been wearing a helmet.  I'd like to see there be some 
way to differentiate between those making an effort to be safe and those 
choosing not to be.  Your idea is not simplistic, it just makes too much 
sense so it'll never friggen happen.  And unfortunately in NH insurance 
coverage is not mandatory (WTF!?!).

As for me, even since I made an airborne entry into the backseat of a 
car (through the window) I think I'll wear a helmet thankyouverymuch. 
Having your life nearly prematurely ended by an idiot who decided to 
turn left in front of you in something that I hope none of you ever have 
to experience.

Nate
00SprintRS


Neil Lindsey wrote:
> I say don't legislate a helmet law at all (even though I advocate helmet
> use).
> 
> As long as insurance coverage is mandatory, let the insurance companies
> set the rates accordingly (as per the statistical risks associated with
> helmet use or not), and then everyone can decide for themself just how
> much the joy of riding a motorcycle is really worth -- might be as
> simple as offering a decent discount for helmet use.
> 
> Too simplistic?  Yeah, you're probably right....
> 
> Neil
> 
> 

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