I came across a flat paved section that led into a well-trimmed grassy area. As I approached the lawn I spied a leaf-covered path, and I thought to myself "Urban single track!" Just as I left the pavement for the path I found myself down on the turf! Those leaves were innocently covering a very large hole that I hit like a wall because it was so deep.
It hurt, I can tell you that.
After I pulled myself together I took a couple of pics. Doesn't this path look perfectly inviting and pleasant to you?
Looking back... |
The beauty of this park marred only by the specter of a death-pit lurking beneath these leaves. |
I didn't have any means of measuring it, but the hole went upto my elbow!
After the photos, I dug out the leaves and exposed it for all.
I've got to confess, I probably would have done the same thing. I'll add leaves to my list of bicycle dangers that already includes dark shadows, ice, and muddy water. Be careful out there.
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