Helmets and Equestrians

I can be a bit of a rebel at times.  I strongly dislike being told what to do by shallow thinking legislators.

Wearing a seat belt was a natural for me when I began driving many years ago.  But when New York state legislators decided it needed to be compulsory to wear a seat belt when driving in the state, I resented it.

A seat belt ticket and a $100 fine helped me get over my resentment.

I wear a helmet everytime I ride.  The state hasn't made this compulsory yet for adults.  Even if it does, I'll still comply.  It is senseless to not wear a helmet.

Another reason for wearing a helmet other than noggin protection is the example you set for youth.  They're required to wear one in my state, maybe your state too. You're the role model, set the example.

Julie Goodnight makes a good point about it here in her blog

But, I draw the line wearing a helmet in the car while I'm driving-legislators don't even think about it.

Comments

[James Booker]

This is so true, It's second nature to get in a car and put on a seatbelt, same as if you ride a motorcycle, you wear a helmet, it's compulsory. It isnt yet compulsory to wear a helmet whilest riding, but it is just plain good common sence and a habit that should be enforced :)

[Julie Goodnight]

Thanks for reading my post on this, too!