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Old 01-22-12 | 07:35 AM
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Originally Posted by chefisaac
With the snow here the last couple of days, I had some questions on riding in the snow.

1- The majority of my commute is on back roads. Is it better to ride on the tracks that cars make or sticking to the side of the road?
2- Anyone have any issues with taking the lane when riding in the snow?
3- On down hills, is it better to feather the front brakes or the back or both?
Unfortunately, these are all questions that are impossible to answer without being there. It's all relative to the conditions, your bike, and your riding experience. Ride so that you don't fall and hurt yourself, that's the only answer that makes sense. The more you ride, the more experience you'll have with the conditions you describe, the safer you'll be.
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