Cycling to annual corporate social event: would you?

[shootingstar]

I have never locked up my helmet to my bike. Yes, I like my helmets. I take awhile each time I have to replace a helmet, to find the helmet that I like at the right price and style/colours. I mean months.

[lph]

I have never locked up my helmet to my bike.

Why not? The way I lock my helmet, with the lock going through an air vent or the strap at the back of the neck, you'd have to wreck the helmet to get it loose. I like my helmets too, but I like my bike even more, and have no qualms about locking it up outside.

[indysteel]

And how much of a risk will there be at this event for the theft of a bike helmet? If the risk is low, I think it would be far preferable to lock the helmet to your bike than to walk around with it in your hands. That just sounds kind of awkward at a social/work event. Otherwise, I don't see any real issue with your riding to the event so long as you can dress appropriately. But if it's just going to make you feel a bit uneasy or self-conscious once you're there, then just take public transit. That sounds like a pretty viable option, too.