Riding Bicycle while armed

[ktgee]

While riding on secluded bike path in Portland. I encountered two Pitbulls running loose. They started to run after me and chased me for about a good distance . Fortunely for me, I have a electric bicycle and out ran them. If I didn't had an electric bike, they would have been all over me. So, what you think, should you be armed while biking?

Read More

 

[rick benjamin]

How about some HALT!? https://www.modernbike.com/halt-dog-repellent

 

[2Wheels4Ever]

Yes....

 

[SonicBlue03]

You should contact whomever mounted the latte holder on your bike to see if they can mount a holster for you. You might already have the ability to answer your own question.

 

[solv3nt]

Remember, both Portland and Multnomah county have prohibitions against loaded firearms, speed loaders, clips and magazines. You can get around this by having a CCL.

 

[ktgee]

Yes, have to have CCL. Not only for wild dogs, other animals

 

[ktgee]

Don't feel safe on some of Portland bike paths.

 

[TNThomas]

How about an extendable baton mounted on your front fork or handlebars, thats how quite a few bike cops ride, which makes sense. I formerly commuted 14 miles round trip to downtown Seattle at night for work via bike, and had a handful of sketchy encounters. One guy tried to punch me off my bike in the dark. Had a leather mask on his face with eye slits cut in it. He however didn't realize I was 6'8" 320, and wasnt too keen on a squaring up with me once I stopped, so off he ran haha. I had my ccw tucked way down in a bag as I was worried about it falling out/off, but a cheap baton makes alot of sense.

 

[ktgee]

How about some HALT!? https://www.modernbike.com/halt-dog-repellent

Good non lethal alternative

 

[ktgee]

How about an extendable baton mounted on your front fork or handlebars, thats how quite a few bike cops ride, which makes sense. I formerly commuted 14 miles round trip to downtown Seattle at night for work via bike, and had a handful of sketchy encounters. One guy tried to punch me off my bike in the dark. Had a leather mask on his face with eye slits cut in it. He however didn't realize I was 6'8" 320, and wasnt too keen on a squaring up with me once I stopped, so off he ran haha.

Was thinking that also

 

[Stomper]

How about an extendable baton mounted on your front fork or handlebars, thats how quite a few bike cops ride, which makes sense. I formerly commuted 14 miles round trip to downtown Seattle at night for work via bike, and had a handful of sketchy encounters. One guy tried to punch me off my bike in the dark. Had a leather mask on his face with eye slits cut in it. He however didn't realize I was 6'8" 320, and wasnt too keen on a squaring up with me once I stopped, so off he ran haha. I had my ccw tucked way down in a bag as I was worried about it falling out/ofd, but a cheap baton makes alot of sense.

Uh oh…. Yer one of them corn-fed boys, ain't ya?!

 

[po18guy]

Ever since I got one of these, only Mastiffs and Great Danes can reach me - but they don't seem to care.

 

[TNThomas]

Uh oh…. Yer one of them corn-fed boys, ain't ya?!

Yup, Corn, Potatoes, and Beef. Statistical outliter in the bike commuting world! Loud music, helmet, eye protection, and leather gloves are also good ideas, basic components for both crashing and throwing down should the need arise! Haha

 

[PDXbiker]

For pepper spray just cut the top off a water bottle and stick it on your bike mount or this.....

Bear Spray Water Bottle Mount For Bikes fits 7.9oz/ 225g only: UDAP Pepper Power

The Bear Cozy is a holster for your bear spray can that fits directly into the water bottle carrier on your mountain bike. No more throwing the bear spray into your backpack

www.udap.com

 

[SrMachoSolo]

I was attacked by dogs, three in fact, while riding my bike. They almost pulled me off, biting my arms and leg, which I am missing part of. I was able to fight them off and escape, pretty sure I wouldn't be here otherwise.

I carry now, for more reasons than just the dog attack. Anyone who says otherwise is fine to do so, but I'm going to do what I need to protect myself. I have a securely frame mounted pouch, but others have recommended something to be body worn.

Here's a related thread:

First time carrying while cycling, had to call 911...

I bike once in a while and have been looking for solutions to bring something for self defense. Especially after being attacked by three dogs while riding years ago... I was lucky to get out of that one alive, and have the missing parts of my leg as a reminder. I bought a bag that straps to the...

www.northwestfirearms.com

-Robert

 

[Member 53328]

Should I be armed while biking….. I'm armed no matter what I am doing. Riding a bike, walking, or driving. It makes no difference to me.

 

[DirectDrive]

 

[nammac]

When riding a bike, pepper spray in left jacket pocket, 642 in right jacket pocket.

Yes, I always wear an opaque, ultralight weight jacket. Need someplace to keep the belVita's

 

[Member 53328]

This should do the trick.

 

[RVTECH]

Not only for wild dogs, other animals

Unless you are referring to the two legged variety what 'other animals' might you encounter on a bike path?