I see guys running their quads with no heels, it doesnt matter how pro they are, or how pro they think they are, a simple human mistake will cost them.
I take safety into consideration as much as possible. I planned on adding some heavy gauge wire mesh, and i will as soon as i find where i put it.
I ride for pleasure, i do not need to find out how close i can come to death. But there is always that chance that something can happen, so ill take your two cents.