@mjr - I still ride, but If I now mess up, it's my fault. MTB is far more dangerous. I am not going through this legal system again - I'm still trying to get settlement and it's had massive impacts financially, medically, and family to me. Fortunately, I hope you haven't had this impact. The family impact is beyond describing.
I got away with being able to walk - that was so so lucky.
You can appreciate why I'll take my cycling somewhere when I can control it. I can ride safe on the road but be still mangled. I can ride safe off road but be OK. I invested in a bike that will all;ow me to do it
I've come from a racing background. My cycling is not about plodding about, it's about experiencing the elements.