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Old 01-27-10 | 12:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Sapience
I have gone on multiple critical mass rides in the area, but the max speed of those never breaks 13 mph. I don't know if that counts
It's not just about speed. It's about being comfortable riding elbow to elbow and wheel to wheel, riding predictably, cornering safely ....

If someone bumps your elbow, or cuts you off, will you shrug it off, or freak out and suddenly swerve to avoid them ?
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