C.S.Drums10
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Ok I admit this comes from watching the post of the loony bird road rage that jumped out and punched the motorcyclist but if you ride alone or only with another rider do you take any precautions and what are they?
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I'm not sure there is any clear easy answer here. stay aware, stay safe.
"Constant Vigilance!" to quote another well-read book. It sucks to have to think that your fellow man has it out for you, but when it comes to our roadways, they do. The mild-mannered guy (or gal) who never raises their voice anywhere else, can become a berzerker when behind the wheel. It is like there is a switch that gets flipped when they turn the ignition. What really sucks is there are times you need to watch out for your fellow riders as well... Not all g.a.f. about others and fall into that "it's all about me" category.
And here is what is really bad - as a woman, you may want to think about making sure you wear the same kinds of cloths, gear, as guys, rather than form-fitting and open helmets. disguise yourself so you look just like any other rider, rather than a woman rider. It sucks, and in a perfect world, it would not matter. But we are not in a perfect world.
Don't draw unnecessary attention to yourself with gestures or vocalizations. Sure, you may need to honk or flash your lights to be seen, but some judgement may need to be used.
If you feel you are being followed or that you need to get off the road, do so in a populated spot (like a grocery store or restaurant) and park near the door, even if it is illegally done. The goal is to make sure you can be seen by a lot of people, and if someone calls the cops on you for parking on the sidewalk, you have a reason and any cop worth their salt will take the threat and your action seriously. When in a car, we can easily dial a phone. not so easy to do while riding a bike.
I have a Conceal Carry Permit, and I do. Every time I leave the house. It is a final solution to a problem I try my best to avoid. I have not had to ever draw, and do not ever want to. But knowing I am able to protect myself is peace of mind and I ride relaxed more than I do if I happen to not be carrying. Not everyone prescribes to this, and it is a to each their own. I have trained in the military (Marksman with 2 clusters) and keep my training up year round.
The goal is to protect yourself, and the most valuable weapon you have for that is your own mind. But you need to train it, and take precautions. "Constant Vigilance!"
I have never had to use a gun for protection of myself or others. I have used my physical training to protect others (mostly women) multiple times."
The goal is to protect yourself, and the most valuable weapon you have for that is your own mind. But you need to train it, and take precautions. "Constant Vigilance!"
"Constant Vigilance!" to quote another well-read book. It sucks to have to think that your fellow man has it out for you, but when it comes to our roadways, they do. The mild-mannered guy (or gal) who never raises their voice anywhere else, can become a berzerker when behind the wheel.