Whats the best way to deal with aggressive dogs when riding my road bicycle?

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Brian P

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I've only been riding for a couple of weeks now for exercise and I haven't come across to many aggressive dogs but I've had a few act like they're going to take me apart. One little one chased me, while I was going up hill no doubt, but I just out ran him. Is there a trick or technique to dealing with these mongrels other than spraying them with pepper spray. I do carry it with me just in case.
 
I found out the best thing to do is don't act scared. I usually point at them and yell GO HOME. They usually stop in their tracks. If they are watching you approach slow down and look at them and if they move towards you don't turn away but steer towards them a little they usually back off. If you know where the dog owner lives call the dog warden and report it.

The most dangerous ones are the ones that hide and attack. I just yell HAY as loud as I can and they usually back off. For repeat offenders get your pepper spray ready and let them get close. Bear spray has a great range as is also good for bears.
 
The biggest danger is that one will run in front of you causing a crash. Just have to be careful to avoid that.

As long as you keep pedaling, the chances of actually being bitten is extremely small. Most are just after the chase and quit when you are out of their territory.

A loud shout will stop some. Many you can outrun. If you can hit it with the pepper spray, congratulations. Water is just as effective, btw.

One fun tactic is to just stop. Most become confused and go back home. Have your spray ready just in case tho.
 
hold your leg up and learn to ride with one leg, then he cant bite you. but don't kick at them. and also wear a bright hat and hold it between you and the dog with a stern look into his or her eyes, show dominance and no fear.. dave
 
take a BB gun and pray to god you don't have to use it. and if your to scared to do that talk to the owners to please keep them inside at certain hours for safety. and if they are strays then steer clear of that area or call a dog catcher!
 
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