Shinguards / Rattlesnake Bite Guards for Mountain Bikers

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In summary, the speaker shares a recent encounter with a rattlesnake while mountain biking and expresses a need for protective gear for future rides. Suggestions for potential gear include soccer-style shin guards, plastic leg guards, and gaiters, with the caveat that the gear should not allow snake fangs to get stuck. The conversation also includes anecdotes about other encounters with wild animals while biking.
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Too bad snakes don't hear so well... :smile:
 
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