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		vkou on May 22, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Pedal Me bans staff riders from wearing helmets fo... Cycling on roadways is not a relatively safe activity. I don't know a single cyclist commuter that has not been involved in a car crash - and I'm in my early 30s.

QuarterReptile on May 22, 2022 | [–]

I admittedly only commuted by bike for 3 years, 2018-2020, but I was never involved in a crash. I ride in some ways contrary to common advice, but that may contribute.

jessaustin on May 22, 2022 | [–]

Hi, 'vkou. Nice to meet you. I once got doored, but I didn't crash as a result. Also the car that doored me was parked at the time.

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