Originally Posted by
hueyhoolihan
i've been riding exclusively with a front brake only for the last 15 years. and it was probably the one hand on the handlebar while braking rather than using one brake that cause the crash. i CAN brake with one hand on the handlebar, but i have to be careful and i'm not sure i could do it safely in an emergency.
When you brake with one hand, you cannot brace yourself properly since too much force on the handlebar will cause it to turn. In hairy situations, keep both hands on the handlebar.