Only had one experience of what I thought was undue attention while I was out. I always think safety first, and on this occasion I had to take a roundabout route to get back to my car, but could see clearly around me if the person got to close. I must admit I was a little worried. As some others have said crowds or busy places are reasonably safe, and any of you who are new to going out, a busy place is actually less scary than it may sound.
Being in the UK we can't wander around armed to the teeth, even pepper spray is illegal here. A bunch of keys makes a good weapon though, but not as good as an M16 with an underslung grenade launcher.:D
