Cyclist V. Goose 9/26

Hoping to get in touch with the cyclist who was seriously injured after yet another suicidal goose ruined a ride on the Lake Path this afternoon. Just want to make sure you're okay/your jaw isn't broken/your gorgeous Celeste Bianchi is intact. I waited to be sure the guy that stopped was trustworthy enough to get you to the hospital. I don't know if there's anything more I could've done to help, but I'd love to hear that you're safe and sound.

Views: 690

▶ Reply to This

Replies to This Discussion

Permalink Reply by Duppie on September 27, 2012 at 11:34am

If you can't kill them, then we just need more coyotes along the lakefront. They will take care of the geese population by eating their eggs:

http://goeddelphotography.com/portfolio/wildlife/coyotes/coyote-wit...

James BlackHeron said:

It's a federally-protected (via International Treaties)  migratory waterfowl.   I'd not risk it with any witnesses around.  Some vegan-weenie could call in the feds and you could end up in Federal BYUTA Prison or at least out a lot of $$$ in fines, fees, and court costs.

And yes, they are good eating...

Tricolor said:

Is that legal roadkill?  I've heard they're good eating but there's some reason for only consuming the migratory birds.

Slow down and steer around it if need be if it isn't moving.  Push left, go left.  Push right, go right.    It's just that simple 

Joe Schmoe said:

Worst thing you can do is try to take evasive action. Same as a car. You slow way down, or hold your line, and hit the damn thing.  And then, if you have a bag with you, take it home and make soup. 

Permalink Reply by Davo on September 27, 2012 at 11:35am

From this position.......I can see the whole room....from this position

Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on September 27, 2012 at 12:11pm

+1

Duppie said:

If you can't kill them, then we just need more coyotes along the lakefront. They will take care of the geese population by eating their eggs:

http://goeddelphotography.com/portfolio/wildlife/coyotes/coyote-wit...

James BlackHeron said:

It's a federally-protected (via International Treaties)  migratory waterfowl.   I'd not risk it with any witnesses around.  Some vegan-weenie could call in the feds and you could end up in Federal BYUTA Prison or at least out a lot of $$$ in fines, fees, and court costs.

And yes, they are good eating...

Permalink Reply by Tricolor on September 28, 2012 at 4:00am

I stopped for a goose related crash this morning.  Looked like at least a mild concussion, but it would have been a lot worse without the helmet which was quite scratched up on the left front side.  After about ten minutes the victim was able to stand straight and speak clearly.  Bike was okay.  Apparently the goose was airborne and came off much better, only losing a few feathers.

RSS

Groups

© 2008-2016   The Chainlink Community, L.L.C.   Powered by

Disclaimer  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service