Originally Posted by
cappuccino911
i disagree, i think way to much is made about flipping a bike over, especially when you gently and carefully place it on the ground. My body weight places a lot more pressure on the hoods than me resting it on the ground. yeah, I may put some scratches in the plastic but for me personally I care about function over looks.
What is the benefit? Even if it was harmless, flipping the bike would still be an unnecessary step in changing a flat.