A Quick Thinking Mountain Biker Skillfully Outraces a Charging Bear on a Path in the Woods

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While riding through the Malino Brdo Ski and Bike Family Park in Ružomberok, Slovakia on their mountain bikes, photographer Dušan Vinžík and a friend narrowly escaped a scary encounter with an annoyed bear. While his friend skillfully outraced the charge, Vinžík slowed down a bit to let the the angry ursine voluntarily run back into the woods.

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.