bumper, apology accepted as well as given. While (some) people certainly have the right to carry, I have serious doubts regarding the logic behind that decision in most instances-bicycle commuting being one. I'm not telling you not to do it, rather, trying to give the original poster what I consider to be an objective, fact and logic-based rationale for their consideration to not arm themselves. Where legal, it's obviously their choice, however, as a (once) avid shooter, hunter, someone who attained a marksman qualification and who is familiar with guns, I feel that I can lend considerable expertise with regard to this decision. In addition, my education is in the field of criminology and I've worked around people with military/police backgrounds (some who still carry for professional reasons) my entire working career. Just because I may disagree with your assertions, or attempt to point out the fallacies of the pro-gun audience, doesn't mean it's a personal attack againts you.

I am conversant in various safety systems which is one reason I chose to purchase a Glock many years ago, however, the possibility of accidental discharge is a consideration regardless of safety type. In addition, that statement would have been more accurately written as unintentional shooting where the safety system isn't necassarily a consideration rather poor judgement or simple mistake. Also, I have yet to see one response by someone who's used a handgun, on their bike, during an otherwise unavoidable commute, where it was effective and ruled a legal shooting. When I see a few maybe I'll re-consider. Until then one's need to be armed while cycling remains a fantastic myth perpetuated by those who are emotionally attached to their guns.