Proponents of mandatory helmets have good intentions, but the policy can produce more negative outcomes than good.

Proponents of mandatory helmets have good intentions, but the policy can produce more negative outcomes than good.

December 15, 2014
Newfoundland & Labrador

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As one researcher explained: “Cycle helmets are primarily designed for falls without any other vehicle involved. In many legal cases I have studied where a cyclist was in collision with a motorised vehicle, the impact energy potentials were of a level that outstripped those we use to certify Grand Prix motor racing helmets.” […]