[Closed] First the Accident, Then the Debate

Never been hit but find riding in traffic unpleasant. I'll do it for transport or to get somewhere I enjoy riding, but I can't relax like I can off road.

But if you enjoy it and give it up because of the risk, what are you losing? I suppose having a family that depends on you changes things to some extent, but it's hard to imagine an injury making me want to give up mountain biking.

Statistically most accidents happen in the home. Staying at home you are more likely to be involved in a freak iron/ironing board accident (oh the irony) than you are out on the bike