Thread: QLD helmet laws

I have ridden a fair amount across Europe on road bikes and always wear a helmet even though its not legislated in any european country ( that I aware of).
I lived in Amsterdam for 10 years and nobody wears a helmet. But thats another story altogether.

UK it's also optional but most commuters wear them.

Should people be given the option to choose?
Australians need to work out what we want governments to enforce. Get the feeling there is an each way bet sometimes in legislation.

Well allow it but tax the hell out if it- justification is burden in our health system.

I wonder how long before the police issue fines fir people not wearing a hat at the beach? Skin cancer drains our health system- I can see it now

There was a study in England I read about in UK cycling magazine some years ago that showed cycling accidents are more likely when the cyclist is wearing a helmet- the crux of it was motor vehicles gave less distance when people wore helmets.

In mackay I have been pleasantly surprised by the general be vigour of motor car drivers to cyclists.

Originally Posted by landy

From the article:-
"It also says helmet requirements should be scrapped for public schemes, such as Brisbane's struggling CityCycle bike hire program.

The requirement for riders to provide their own helmets has been blamed for its failure to take off."

Do you get the feeling that public safety is a second thought to making a (State) Government scheme profitable?
Hmmmmmmm.

Nino.

It is a Brisbane City Council scheme from "The Runt" Newman's terms as Lord Mayor. Another financial disaster, unused, unwanted, and unpopular, like his tunnels.

Why would anyone with half a brain think that people(other than dedicated cyclists) would want to hire a bike in Brisbane? Brisbane is hot, humid, and hilly. Not exactly comfortable cycling country.

Originally Posted by Brian Hjelm

It is a Brisbane City Council scheme from "The Runt" Newman's terms as Lord Mayor. Another financial disaster, unused, unwanted, and unpopular, like his tunnels.
I reckon the tunnels are awesome..........especially in peak hour

Why would anyone with half a brain think that people(other than dedicated cyclists) would want to hire a bike in Brisbane? Brisbane is hot, humid, and hilly. Not exactly comfortable cycling country.
i'm a cyclist and always thought is would be a flop........I have never considered using one

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Originally Posted by Brian Hjelm

It is a Brisbane City Council scheme from "The Runt" Newman's terms as Lord Mayor.

Don't you mean "The Ferret".

Hoffer you shoudl have had one on your chest as well !