I live in a state with a no helmet law and I love it.
If I was to venture on a long trip I would wear my helmet as the monotany of a long trip may numb my senses to the point were I might find It a great thing to have on my head.
I have resisted the urge to post on this thread.....So if you cant ride get back in your friggin car and sell your bike.
If you ride a bike above 70 mph and you crash your toast anyway even with a helmet on,whos keeping your you alive?
Helments are good but so are rider skills.