3,600 miles to cross the country by bicycle, and we avoided injury and illness. We didn't realize how great a feat this was until our third mile on the back roads of Loretto, Kentucky. The perfect combination of a downhill grade, sharp turn, gravel and dogs on the chase led to a scary spill and emergency room visit. We were reminded of
a few tips for coping with dogs while riding, but, more importantly, we were reminded of the necessity of safety gear.
Always...
Wear a helmet.
Wear gloves.
Wear glasses (plastic, NOT glass).
Carry identification AND insurance information.
Bring a cell phone.
Ride with a buddy and/or tell someone your travel plans.
These few things made a dangerous situation much more manageable. For those who need a little more convincing... How's a shiner and some killer road rash?
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