I'm pretty sure that this is not the recommended course of action if you encounter a cougar while on a ride. And yes, I'm talking about the large feline variety.
Cougar kills mountain biker, injures another near Seattle
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Cougar kills mountain biker, injures another near Seattle
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Cougar kills mountain biker, injures another near Seattle
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