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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by emwolb
and people still ask me why i prefer riding alone.
Because deer don't jump out in front of lone riders or something?

/boggle

This was a story about the close call from a deer, not about the other rider passing.

Reading comprehension skills. Learn 'em, know 'em, live 'em.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by eskimoSG09
All that matters is that everyone is OK. It's more fun forme to ride with a group, but I think it is safer to ride alone.
Originally Posted by emwolb
and people still ask me why i prefer riding alone.
Originally Posted by eskimoSG09
All that matters is that everyone is OK. It's more fun forme to ride with a group, but I think it is safer to ride alone.


Does riding alone stop deer from jumping out in front of you?
 
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 10:45 AM
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had a similar occurence doing 75 down the freeway in PA, and i see a little cluster of deer on the side of the road, just then one decided to make a jail break and darted across the road. Just about enough time to slow down and then check my mirror to make sure the 6 bikes behind me were paying attention too. It will definately get your attention quickly!
 
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 11:46 AM
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Good to hear all turned out okay. Timing really is everything - its a good thing you look back when you did. A while back there was a posting on here of a rider that hit a deer - the pictures told the story, the damage to both the rider and bike was unbelievable.
 
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