We asked experts to offer their opinions on the subject: 'Carotid bruits without symptoms'. Who should be evaluated and how? Are there asymptomatic people without bruits who should be evaluated? How should we be dealing with this problem? The subject is important and timely because of published results of recent carotid endarterectomy trials [1, 2]. We informed each one that we do not expect new data, detailed analyses, or an authoritative review. Rather, we wanted their concise views on the subject. Their opinions follow.