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Recent content by JohnCraft

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    Crashes, what can be done?

    After being struck by a car while cycling and being forcefully thrown 20 feet into a curb, my immediate thought wasn't about wishing for an airbag to protect my collarbone. Instead, I expressed gratitude for wearing a helmet, as it prevented me from suffering severe head trauma and potentially...
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    Question Are disk brakes too good?

    It's understandable that this experience has made you nervous about riding on wet roads with your disc brake bike in the future. While disc brakes generally offer better stopping power and modulation than rim brakes, they can require more skill and technique to use effectively in certain...