On Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:59:47 -0700 (PDT), David Martin
wrote:

On Aug 28, 9:19*am, judith wrote:

If a junior member of the club was to ask your advice as an
experienced cyclist - does wearing a cycle helmet overall reduce the
risk of injury to the head - what would you say?

In some circumstances yes, in others it may increase the risk. It is
less effective the more severe the impact.
Wearing a helmet is no substitute for sensible riding. If you wear
one, wear it properly.
Treat it as only reducing minor scratches and bruises, anything over
that is a lottery.

..d

Would you say that to a "junior member" of a cycling club?

And what would your actual advice to this junior member be as to
whether they should wear a helmet or not?

--
you can either promote cycling or promote helmets,the two are
incompatible. (Guy Chapman)