I was bow hunting in grizz territory once with a 12 ga shorty slung and rapidly accessible for protection and to finish off a wounded animal (oddly they are legal here while handguns are not)

While stalking a trail a griz erupted from the bushes across my path and took of chasing something I didn’t see. I don’t think it knew I was there as I was wearing a full camo suit and sent blockers. I didn’t know it was there till it was too late but at full sprint it actually shook the ground.

Even if I had the dammed gun in my hands I don’t think I could have got off a (reliable) shot. I stood frozen in place for about 10 minutes with that 12 ga waiting for it to rush out of the trees a second time contemplating if 5 1 oz slugs were enough. I don’t think they were.

I don’t think some people appreciate just how fast these things can move. I’m telling you right now, that 1000 lb bear can be on you faster than you think possible in close country.

I am greatfull Costco sells underwear in 5 packs to say the least.