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Actually FrankLee my first deer strike was when I was doing 35 mph and this deer was coming down on the front of my car. It was at a full run of what 25-30 mph and leaped the ditch onto the road just where my van was. It did not involve not being aware or over driving my headlights more like a deer suicide. My mini van was crippled but I made it the 1/4 mile home and got my deer rifle to finish it if needed. I got back and the deer was dead. Van got fixed for 3500 bux. Second deer I was going slow and about the same thing happened. I managed to brake scooping up the deer at 10 mph and throwing it against the hood leaving a head print. No plan there except try and stop before I got there. The ditches are deep in that area and swerving is not an option.
We see and stop for deer countless times a year. They are completely unpredictable. I have seen a herd cross the road then cross back a short distance later.
We used to see deer mainly at night but in the last few years it is an anytime occurrence. Of course the day deer are easier to miss Maybe they can see cars better and avoid.
My wife mentioned to me just now that two men were killed this year on motorcycles both near us. Both hit deer. Both were experienced riders. We ride motorcycles for fun but never start a trip after dark. Do you feel lucky?
In the winter a car would not be practical for months sometimes. It ain't going to happen.
Please no more tips on avoiding deer strikes or my driving style.
Back to the topic of improving mileage. Thanks
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