Originally Posted by JRA
Safety isn't about the bike.
Road cycling is a totally different animal. The last thing I want to do is take chances. I haven't fallen (or had any accident) while riding on the road in over 40 years.
You are either very lucky or very different from the bikers I know. These guys are competitive bikers and stories of injuries are part of the course. (That includes me and I am not nearly as competitive as they are)