I live very near the (man this site slows my computer down to nothing) Lake Wobegon Trail. Best riding surface I've ever encountered. I've witnessed 200# deer nearly take oncoming riders off their bicycles. One fellow skidded so hard I thought he'd blow a tire. I had a yearling pace me more than once. Cute until they dart right at you. People? They're reliable. They're a known presence on the path. Suicidal quadrupeds on the other hand?
My copper Crane bike bell matters more than I thought it would.