It would take a lot to set me off enough in the general public to get into a fight. I don't mind taking a few shots to the head, but I really do not want to get shot or knifed if I start pounding on someone.....
However, on the ice rink playing hockey, it can sometimes just be a simple look from someone. Or one of my team mates recieving a cheap shot will do it too. But, I never "jump" anyone on the ice, well one guy I did, be he needed it.....
But, on the ice, both parties agree to go or there is no fight. My problem is I am 5'11" and playing weight was around a solid 175. Too many times I ended up getting into it with the biggest guy on the other team..... Grab jersey near elbows, tuck in chin, try to get him off balance, pretend to through a few to look good for your team, then reach under the pants and dump him down.....
With someone more my size it was it was "go time" no hanging on, just chuckin'........ and lots of chirping afterwards...
Cheers