Wear It Well

Seven years ago, I hit a pothole and fell off my bike. I landed on my chin and broke my jaw in four places. It messed up my teeth, but I survived. 

If I hadn't been wearing my helmet, I might not be here now. No one looks good in a helmet, but no one looks good in a coma, either.

I see too many people wearing their helmet wrong. It should not be worn like a bonnet, with the entire forehead showing. Unless you plan to fall backwards, this is useless. Properly worn, the front edge of the helmet should be two finger widths above the brow. Even if you do fall backwards, your head will still be protected. As an aside, ALL cyclists should be wearing helmets. The risk is too great not to.

Happy cycling!