I learned more from looking at the people on the two panels than from anything they said. H owever, our decisions should be based on more than our prejudices. Looks in greater detail at the risks involved in cycling and comes to the conclusion that cycling is much less risky than sedentary behavior. How to Ride in Traffic Shows how one can safely bicycle from one place to another. How to Avoid Cycling Accidents Shows that most collisions with motor vehicles can be easily be avoided by being more careful.
Evidence comes from a bicycle crash study and from personal experiences.
An analysis of the arguments in favor of mandatory helmet laws which points out the weaknesses of the arguments. The Helmet Wars De Clarke looks at the issues involved from a cyclist's perspective. Circumstances and Severity of Bicycle Injuries Thompson, Rivara, and Thompson's view of the issue. The British Medical Association speaks out against mandatory helmet laws. The responses are very interesting as well.