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On 26 Feb 1998, Cyber Rod wrote:

> 
> Man I can't believe this debate is starting again. Avery just what 
> is your point? You hate helmet law, some people do some people don't 
> end of the story. You should be a politician. It just seems pretty 
> pointless arguing endlessly in this newsgroup.
> 

Sounds like you're tiring of those old common sense anti-MHL
arguments. Here's some food for thought:
 
1. MHL's are being accepted in BC without much protest, what could
it be next? Probably bicycle plates, licensing cyclists, liability
and medical insurance, safety inspections, pay parking.  All will
hit your pocketbook, not for any tangible benefit- but mostly to
hire more government beaurocrats.
 
2. Witness BC- the MHL  just allows the government to cop out of
any real concerns for the safety of cyclists. 
 
3. Can you consider yourself an environmentalist wearing a piece of
foam  plastic on your head that comes from the petrochemical
industry, can't be repaired or recycled and requires frequent
replacement?
 
4. Do you feel comfortable being forced to consume a particular
disposable commodity, and what do you suppose is the effect on the
market?   Why is it difficult to purchase a helmet in BC that meets
the latest standards? The BC Gov't is in bed with industry.   
 
5. One of the latest I've heard- in the March issue of Cycle
Therapy- MHL's were introduced to appease motorists who consider
cyclists more than just annoying. That one doesn't sit well with
me, I'm thinking of getting a rear view mirror.