That’s my thought- bikers commonly wear goggles and face coverings when not wearing a full face helmet. It offers protection against bugs and tiny road debris etc. but also it is very easy to get chapped lips and dry skin and your face can get very cold.
It is also possible that this person just finds it easier- if you are going to the store for example, no need to put a mask on or remember or, no need to worry about it falling out of your pocket etc.
While I don’t support it in most cases, many riders making short trips like to a local store or “down the street” especially in rural or “low traffic” areas will not put their gear on because for very short trips donning your gear can be almost as long as the ride.
It is also possible that this person just finds it easier- if you are going to the store for example, no need to put a mask on or remember or, no need to worry about it falling out of your pocket etc.
While I don’t support it in most cases, many riders making short trips like to a local store or “down the street” especially in rural or “low traffic” areas will not put their gear on because for very short trips donning your gear can be almost as long as the ride.