Originally Posted by
gregf83
It's a good idea to try and hold onto the bars if you're going to crash. Resist the urge to put your hand out.
Your right - in order to better protect my bike I should probably figure out how to hang on and roll under the bike. That way I won't break a wrist while protecting the paint and bar tape.
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