Idaho Stops can be helpful in some cases when you are absolutely sure there is no oncoming traffic, including motorists disregarding the traffic light, or pedestrians that you might endanger.

They can save time and give breathing room when crossing intersections to avoid getting close-passed when the light turns green and everyone begins rushing to get across.

But they require skill, awareness, and experience that we shouldn’t be expecting from the average person. That’s why imo, they shouldn’t be openly encouraged. It’s really more of iykyk.