You should be prepared by checking the weather forecasts and bringing the appropriate cold weather or rain gear and possibly some bicycle lights that you can clip onto your clothing if it might get dark or foggy. When riding in the Lexington area, it is possible to ride into some very desolate backwoods areas very quickly, so it is essential that you be prepared for possible problems. Since most of you will be coming here from places other than Lexington, it is a good idea to bring some form of identification and a list of special medical instructions and allergies in case you are hurt while riding and cannot communicate. When riding in this area, there is a good possibility that you will get in a good sprint workout while trying to outrun some unchained dog chasing you. There are different theories for how to go about keeping yourself from getting bitten.
Some people suggest some form of mace or pepper spray like the postman uses.
We re not fans of this because you have to go through the trouble of aiming while in close proximity to the dog s teeth. Other people suggest bringing dog treats along to pacify the animal. We don t want to spend any more time close to danger than we have to. If in the unlikely event a dog bites you while you are riding, make sure you get a description of the dog and location so it can be tested for diseases. When road riding, you face the same rights and responsibilities under the law as any other vehicle.