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Old 09-11-05 | 08:07 AM
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jon(A)rchy
jon(A)rchy
 
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Peoria, Illinois

Bikes: Early 1970s Falcon (English Road Bike) // brakeless "pseudo-track" bike

Hills, Brakes, etc...

The one thing that can get me to think about putting a front brake on my fixed is a hill...more specifically, the very steep kind with a busy intersection at the bottom. I live in a city that was basically built on a series of seven hills. Granted, there is alot of flat terrain on which I feel confident about my abilities, but there have definitely been some downhill moments that have shaken my guts and confidence. Any suggestions from more seasoned riders on hill tactics/technique? I haven't crashed yet, so mabye I should just stop worrying and keep on keepin' on. As far as I know, I am the only one in my city riding brakeless, so I don't have much of a support group from which to gather tips. That said, thanks for your help!
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