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Old 04-20-05 | 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by lin
Ok then, how much advantage is there to front suspension in a comfort bike? It's not like I'll be leaning on my hands.
There are distinct advantages to suspension on mountain bikes but I, personally, don't use any kind of suspension on a bike meant for the road. It might take a little of the edge off some cracks in the road but otherwise it's just extra weight. Wide tires can do just about the same thing.
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