MOTORHEAD427 Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 3 black bears were spotted near my house in Bradbury. http://cbs2.com/topstories/local_story_135150201.html 2 of them in my inlaws` backyard...They wanted to use the hot tub according to my father-in-law who called the cops. A mother and her cub that ran away. A third one was caught a few days earlier after he used a neighbor`s pond. The problem is, I run every morning in the same area to get back in shape. And I didn`t know that bears can run in excess of 30 mph! (faster than Carl Lewis:shock: ).I`m pretty sure a hungry bear can run even faster What do you do if you see a bear? They can run, they can climb, they can swim:redface: ERIC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naviathan Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Make loud noises. If it doesn't turn tail and run you're screwed. Don't be threatening just grab a stick or something start making a bunch of noise. It's about the only chance you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
het976 Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 With Black Bears they say be as big as you can be and make noise. If attacked, play dead and cover up. They may get boared and leave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOTORHEAD427 Posted May 17, 2007 Author Share Posted May 17, 2007 I`m not taking any chances...I`d rather be fat than dead ERIC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pop N Wood Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Get an industrial sized can of pepper spray and carry that with you. They make stuff specificly for bears. Those guys are just big ass dogs, so treat them like you would a dog you don't know and you are usually OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOTORHEAD427 Posted May 17, 2007 Author Share Posted May 17, 2007 The biggest dog I`ve ever had was an apollo great dane...Pepper spray sounds like a good idea! Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpaw Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 You need the crap Dog the Bounty Hunter carries! lol The bear mace. You're gonna look funny running around with a hug can of bear mace! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZDrifter Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Why not just run in a bear suit?? Then they will see you as a friend...or you can go this route... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguy678us Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 On an uneven playing field against an animal that is at the top of their food chain like a bear, large cat, or shark, there is not much you can do. Throw a Glock 27 in your pocket, even though I HATE Glocks, it's small enough to not be in your way. Usually just the act of pointing it at an animal will make them stop and think, because at that moment you take a posture that gives off the impression of confidence and strength (an animal can sense when you are afraid). And if all else fails and you miss, the percussion from the muzzle blast combined with the loud bang will definitely get their attention. And if that fails,... take better aim. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v8dats Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Why not just run in a bear suit?? Then they will see you as a friend...or you can go this route... what if its a male and it falls in love?? not a good idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtmny1999 Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 what if its a male and it falls in love??not a good idea! lol /Remembers Simpson's episode with Homer in a bear costume @ the zoo.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOTORHEAD427 Posted May 17, 2007 Author Share Posted May 17, 2007 I really feel bad for these animals. No food and sometimes no water. Most of them die from starvation before they are 2-3 yr old. Very sad really... ERIC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SteelToad Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 Dont go out running alone !!! take a friend with you at all times !!! Just make sure it's one who cant run as fast as you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darrel Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2B_SOxSsAe8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ledphoot Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 Hmmm sounds like a place I'll recommend to the EX for her workouts. Now how to get honey in her hairspray?? hmmm.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin240Z Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 you can imobilize a bear if you can grab it's tounge. But you have to make sure you get a FIRM grip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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