Originally Posted by
skycyclepilot
I've been riding for 35 years. I always lighten up when I shift, and I release all pressure when shifting the FD. It's been habit for a long time now. I this one was just bad luck, or some odd mechanical failure.
it is not just adjustment that can position the rd too close to the spokes
but also a fairly minor impact to the drive side of the bike
will bend the hanger in
possibly enough to put it in peril