My area is pretty sketchy, and I don't have any weapons or pepper spray, but my uncle gave me a 3 foot Stanly wrecking bar when I was 16 for my birthday. He even engraved my name in it. best uncle ever.
For temporary, Ive decided to zip tie it to my bicycle in case I would need it. Hate to be that guy who is carrying blunt pieces of steel, but its the only thing I have, and after the close call I had last night, never again will I go out without something to protect myself. Hope to pick up some pepper spray soon.