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Old 05-23-06 | 12:00 AM
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From: Hilo Town, East Hawai'i

Bikes: 1994 Trek 820, 2004 Fuji Absolute, 2005 Jamis Nova, 1977 Schwinn Scrambler 36/36

I totally disagree 180 degrees with SB and the "conventional wisdom" on rear vs. front. Learned through experience that I prefer the rear as my primary brake, for safety. I only use the front if I actually need more stopping power, and then carefully. Front wheel lockup is a disaster, and happens much more easily than many will admit. IMO, you need to decide for yourself. That's another 20-page thread, though.
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