First of all yes this can and does happen. More ofthen then people may think.

Why? Well I really don't know. It could be because of static electricity in the area or the power lines are faulty for some reason or another. Maybe its because certain people conduct electricity better then others.

What ever the reason the shocking experience can be and is surprising to say the least and can be painful at worst.

It has happened to me, once.

It was a long time ago during the 2nd day of a Iowa MS150 ride. I do not remember what county highway I was on but it did happen.

At first I thought I was imaginning it. But 2 other cyclists next to me had the same experience.

It was while we rode under some high powered electrical lines. We just got a brief static shock.

The thing is we felt it all the way through our bodies. It was actually kind o weird.

When we got to the end of the ride we reported it to a county sheriff. Hopefully the problem was dealt with before someone got seriously hurt by it.