A video, which is equal parts scary and gripping, is now going viral online. It showcases a bear chasing a cyclist downhill.
The image shows the black bear in question. (Instagram/@montanaknifecompany)
Shared on Instagram by Montana Knife Company, a sporting goods company, the video has now captured people’s attention.
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Though the incident took place about a year ago, the video footage was recently released by the company, reports TMZ. A spokesperson of the company also told TMZ that the biker was able to out-pedal the animal and make it downhill safely.
“A quick reminder that Montana is not Disney Land... Black bear chasing a downhill mountain biker in Whitefish, MT [Montana],” they wrote while sharing the clip.
Take a look at the clip:
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Since being posted, the video has gathered more than 71,000 views – and counting. It has also received tons of comments from people.
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Since being posted, the video has gathered more than 71,000 views – and counting. It has also received tons of comments from people.
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“Whoa! Bears can be so fast when they want something,” wrote an Instagram user. “That was probably that guy's fastest run ever!!” shared another. “Whaaa!!” commented a third.
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