Originally Posted by
ricardoespsanto
Learn a martial art. Besides allowing you to defend yourself better it will teach you self control so you will remain calm when everything around you is in flames
That will help. My brother studied the martial arts for years and was certainly proficient. I would not have wanted to become involved in an altercation w/ him. He could have kicked my head back so far I would have looked like a Pez dispenser.
But, you have to admit that becoming proficient takes time.
You tube vid: Shaolin vs. Gangsta (WARNING - language inappropriate for the youngsters)
The OP shouldn't have to wait several years to feel safe while riding around his town.