Pepper Spray & Running / Jogging?
Question:I am wondering if anyone would tell me what has worked best for them with respect to the type of pepper spray apparatus they use while running. I've found two styles that seem as though they would work: 1) uses a Velcro strap to attach the pepper spray cannister to the carrier's arm, and 2) uses a clip to attach the cannister to the clothing of the carrier. I am interested mainly in thoughts regarding how easy it is to access the cannister in a non-obvious way in the event that one suspects an imminent attach but does not want the potential assailant to know that (s)he is carrying pepper spray.
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Answers:
This isn't that obvious if you're running, since your hand is covering the little canister itself. but in my opinion, the more obvious the better -- it's a deterrent.
I dont personally use one, because most of my runs are out in the country away from people anyway.
but I would want something very easy to grab and use, and not worry about unclipping or unhooking anything from my clothing. Velcro on the arm would be nice, or just holding it in your hand as you run.
I think I'd actually WANT them to know I've got pepper spray. Make yourself as difficult a target as possible - if they see pepper spray, they'll look for an easier target.
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Attached to the running shorts, but placed on the outer portion of the hip of the arm a person would use to draw the canister. It appears as if it may be a carry-all for keys or change, but can be quickly pulled out of the carrier for use. It doesn't "advertise" the canister and is positioned where it isn't a nuisance when a person is running.Will Nike ever smarten up and improve the lateral stability of their Free Trail running shoe?
I would keep it like a belt clip. Just like a gun holster, it is right there and easy to draw out and fire.Can ia runner lose his fitness after a month?
thats actually one of the most unadvised things to prevent rape/getting attacked.First off, if the assailent just grabs the spray, which is not hard at all, it's now his weapon. Bad move.
secondly, have you ever tried spraying while running? what if theres wind? it's now a useless object.
I don't remember 100% of the preventative measures, but just have the girl who is running run on a track, through the city, in a gym, or public places. If shes a runner...can't she outrun an attacker? If he is hiding...well why is she running where some guy can sucessfully hide and attack her, seriously.
give her a rape whistle too, loud and shrill.
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You have two types of pepper spray to choose from- Mace brand makes a spray especially for joggers- Velcro attachment wraps areound your hand so it is alwsy accessible- Flip top safety is positioned right where your thumb is-Generic brand jogger model which is more economical- Same design as above.
Clipping to waist area will only likely result in it falling off when jogging- Belt clips on these units are not meant for running.
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