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Pack of dogs - best response to owner?
To prevent this from happening again, this should be reported to the relevant authorities. You were on a public road and in all countries I am familiar with, the dog owner is responsible for ...
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Pack of dogs - best response to owner?
Using the bike as a barrier is a perfectly good idea, but its a fair way down the escalation process. You'd hold it in front of you, with one hand around the saddle clamp area and the other hand on ...
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How to pass by a horse and rider?
The best answer I've found for being around horses is to simply slow down and stop well away from the animal. The rider will see you and act in the best way for that horse.
Do not yell or call out.
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Should I fear cows? How can I encourage them to let me pass?
In Switzerland, "normal cows" (milking cows with no calfs and no bulls) are generally not seen as dangerous. I passed them many times from very close distance. Of course, you should not ...
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Pack of dogs - best response to owner?
More than likely you would have been okay, but obviously we’re talking about the “what if” scenario here. If they weren't just defending their home and trying to scare you off or look tough and were ...
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How do you carry a dog on a bike?
I love cycling with dogs (only remember to fasten them with a seat belt 😅). To transport a dog, I use a cargo bike from Ferla https://ferlafamilybikes.com/, for me, it turned out to be the most ...
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How do you carry a dog on a bike?
I've been using a K9 Sport Sack for my 25 pound dog. https://www.k9sportsack.com
The dog and I ride a couple times a week. It took awhile for my back and shoulders to get used to the weight but it's ...
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Should I fear cows? How can I encourage them to let me pass?
As a bit of a farm boy. Cows are normally pretty docile, generally if you just let them know you're there and are calm, they will also be calm. Get in their eye line so they can see you approaching, ...
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What to do when a snake is in front of you?
I rode over a Western Australian dugite yesterday, no time to stop or avoid as it was wriggling rapidly from a road onto the bike path from my left. It was about 1 metre long. I crossed it about one ...
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Are collisions with animals something to be worried about when cycling in the country?
I'd say riding near any wooded area can be extremely hazardous, though usually only at night.
Just last night while heading home, a raccoon was on the opposite side of the trail, and I suppose it ...
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Should I fear cows? How can I encourage them to let me pass?
The best way to safely pass cows on a bicycle is to slow down, approach them carefully, and try to pass them without startling them. You can also let them know you're there by saying "Sorry cow, ...
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