i have a relatively new beach cruiser. But lately I am noticing that my hub brake takes longer to engage when I backpedal. There is too much play or slack when I feel the need to stop. I ride a cruiser because I assume I can fix most things on it but with this issue I am unclear where do I start. I initially assumed it is something in the hub - a cone adjustment? - but am wondering now if it more related to the crank? I havent done anything yet.
I have no idea what happens in that 'bottom bracket' - is that possibly the culprit? Something I can fix myself?
Thanks
Pete