Recent content by Camino

Just saw the crash of Chris Harper inTour of Alps race. Looks like he entered the corner too fast (no flag warner there) and locked up his rear wheel, immediately losing all control. I think a panic braking with disc brakes is part of the cause of his losing control, as doubtful that the same...

I raced old school, 5 cog freewheels, friction down tube shifters, caliper brakes, etc. smaller amateur fields. Since then have watched pro races on internet for many years. Observations: too many riders in a race for modern roads with all the road furniture; disc brakes are more dangerous...