Riding Solo - staying safe

[kamikazejane]

I wish I lived in a gun-friendly state. Best thing I did was take firearm classes - fun and it may just save my life one day. I hope you find the perfect holster soon, and trust me, they're out there. There are many women who pack heat even at the gym, so they must have a sweat-proof holster.

Agreed. Best class I have ever taken as well. Well worth it and totally believe in the right to carry for personal protection. To many loonies out there these days. Stinks your state isn't so friendly. I did check out those links and saw some stuff that might work so thank you. Appreciate it.

[colorisnt]

Can't recommend going to the range and asking some questions enough. My Dad carries on his bike as do some people I ride with. When I get my carry permit, I will look into it. An older guy I used to ride with says that it is really a good idea for a girl like me to have on me. One thing I worry a lot about is getting accosted when I am stopped somewhere in the middle of nowhere. If I can outrun someone, I have a chance, but in road shoes, that isn't likely.

When I was a kid, Jill Berhman was killed. She was a student at my alma mater. She was abducted while out cycling. Ever since then, my mother has worried incessantly about me going out. The good news is if I am out too long, my roommate will know. Before when I lived alone that wasn't an option.