I agree. I'd hate it if I died, my 'rents put something in my obit like
"We always told him those types of activities were dangerous, and now look at him"
Choices that expose an individual to risk are the essence of freedom of choice. I mean if you think about it, every time you order a salad in a restaurant you're exposing yourself to risk.
I say do what makes you happy. If it invloves hazards or risks, minimze them, and go for it. Life is short.
Enjoy it while you can.