I'm more confused by those who carry in the back country, but don't around town -- where the people are. However, my choice doesn't have to be your choice.
In my experience I have encountered significantly more sketchy situations out camping and hiking around national forest/BLM/pub land (not technically wilderness backcountry as I believe you are referring) than I have in the city. Something about the sense of "no ones watching" while being out in the forest can draw out the worst in some people. In fact, the only two times Ive ever been robbed were camping. So while I may not carry 100% in the city I am ALWAYS armed in the woods.
