Recent content by Katman4532

Actually, I do have a fair knowledge of The Lyssavirus (causative agent of Rabies). I'm a licensed Medical Technologist with 39 years experience (20 years in Microbiology). The behavior of this coyote was confirmed by Animal control as strongly suggestive of early stage (prodromal) Rabies. The...

I appreciate all the good advice! I plan on taking some night rides this week.

Yeah, a long gun would be pretty impractical unless you were facing some really big critters. Actually, a practical solution (in addition to Pepper Spray), would be a helmet light and an openly carried handgun with a laser. I think that would be the best way to deal with an "overly aggressive...

It's actually not that common (rather surprising). However, when someone is openly carrying, no one seems to notice or care. Oddly enough, I think riding with a shotgun slung over my shoulder would solve both the critter problem and the night time visibility problem as well. Car lights...

Outside of the occasional vicious dog, the only wildlife encounter I've had was with a rabid coyote. Fortunately, it was in the "prodromal" phase and not yet vicious. Rabies has been a bit of a problem in our area. I have considered carrying a shotgun slung over my shoulder for night time...

I plan on getting a helmet light. You can't have too many lights while cycling.

I carry pepper spray. Most of the time that works. I did have one determined dog that took over 1/3 can of spray before it got tired of coughing and sneezing and moved on.

The helmet light is a great idea. It would be great for checking along side the road while riding. Sometimes coyotes can get a bit too curious. What kind of helmet light do you have?

I live in West Texas where summers can be brutal. I either have to cycle very early in the morning or at night. Recently, I took a night ride. Traffic is not a problem since I live on the edge of town. I have to say, I really enjoy cycling at night; very peaceful (except for coyotes). So, I was...

I'm wondering if you've ever ridden an Electra Townie? This would be a great cruiser to put an Ebike kit on (in my opinion). The first one I rode, I was hooked. The Townie has 2 inch tires which I really like. A very comfortable bike.

Don't forget the number one exercise motivator: FUN!!! Working out at the gym has become pure drudgery. My Ebike has been more fun than any exercise routine I've done.

You certainly nailed it. I can no longer ride leaning forward without my hands going numb and my wrists hurting. An Ebike allows a much more comfortable "cruiser style" position. Many people my age (sixties) have had to give up cycling because of carpal tunnel problems. I've actually found...

Not sure who this question is directed towards, but I'll answer it for my area. So far I seem to have the only Ebike in this area. There may be others, but I've not seen them. It certainly has generated some interest from people I've talked to. I really think the price is what holds people...

I think you're right about the low step version being great for shorter people. I would love to get my wife on an Ebike. I have to keep turning off the assist to let her catch up!