This is definitely a hot topic, of personal interest to many. It also happens to combine two of my interests: cycling and the gun debate (although I can't believe I'm actually discussing the two, in concert, here). I've learned that my opinion will only reach certain people, many will dig in and object vigorously while others remain reticent. That's ok, I'm not out to change the world. Believe it or not, I've actually been approached by potential gun owners and I've managed to dissuade them from their purchase or introduction of a firearm to a home. I'm proud of that, I believe the fewer guns, in any given society, the better.

While I'm confident in my gun handling abilities and, more importantly, my decision to never carry one on my person, my concern is also for my safety, and that of my family and friends. I must admit that it worries me to consider any altercation with an armed, otherwise law-abiding person which escalates dangerously. Also, gun proponents seem to also use volitile language and seem overly eager to "express" their 2nd amendment rights, that doesn't jive with my idea of a civilized society. It is in that vain that I feel I should express my opinion.

Since the idea of carrying/using a gun while riding a bicycle is such a ludicris concept from the outset, and, no one has been able to site a specific instance or personal story in support of this idea, I will recuse myself of this arguement and claim victory. While I'm sure there are some loonies out there who will carry a gun while riding, I know that they are: 1) not the Constitutionalists they claim to be, 2) are endangering themselves greatly, 3) are potentially dangerous to me, and 4) are in the vast minority of cyclist and not to be taken too seriously-they should, however, be avoided at all costs. Me? I'll just continue to ride my bike and leave this sillyness alone before I lose more friends here :-)