For me it's a matter of safety, not looking cool. I ride a good bit at night, especially in the Fall when it gets dark by the time I 'm done with work, and I Iive in the country. I need to see as far ahead as I can to avoid deer. If someone flashes their lights at me because I'M TOO BRIGHT, AT LEAST I KNOW THEY'VE SEEN ME (oops, caps...sorry) If they're so distracted that they veer out of their lane, they probably shouldn't be behind the wheel to start with. I'm putting MY safety first.