To: Mounted search and rescue <msar-riders@lists.ibiblio.org>
Subject: Re: [MSAR] Mounted SAR to include ATV?
Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2005 13:55:04 -0600
Chris Pennington wrote:
>Mtn bike careened around the corner behind us and actually ran
>INTO the rear of the last horse.
Whew, close call!
I can just see it now, having experienced mountain bikers
bombing down hills, and ridden with you in your mountains.
>I have worked with mine and mtn bike volunteers until they are fairly
>immune to the surprise factor. I would suggest the same if you are
>likely to encounter this type of transportation in any situation.
Absolutely. And if possible have the mountain biker dress
up in wild colors and wear a camelback and full face helmet
or at least a helmet and goggles.