Originally Posted by
seau grateau
Generally, if I anticipate needing to stop (i.e. red light up ahead) I'll do that to lose some speed then use my legs to push back on the pedals and slow down further or stop completely if necessary. If I need to stop quickly/suddenly, I'm using my brake.
This is the same thing I do.
Gradual slowing to anticipate a distant stop = just don't pedal as fast, or else put a little back pressure on the pedals.
Moderately quick stop = heavy back pressure.
Sudden stop needed = use the brake (in addition to lots of back pressure).