So I hear most bear attacks are when hiker/hunter surprises the bear, especially grizzly. If a bear is down wind they aint going to be surprised. My conclusion is then that most bear attacks are with the wind blowing in the face of the bear sprayer. So now I'm both blind and mauled. great
Also, I never hear mention how effective spray is going to be when I'm in my tent and the bear is trying to drag me out by the leg. A 325 grain 45 cal slug may slow from 1200 fsp to 1199 fps as it passes through the nylon of the tent... I don't think bear spay will pass through a water proof tent at all.
