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Originally Posted by Txthroop
Do other folks have that problem? I have almost crashed many times and I'm getting tired of it. I have a RedLine 'cross bike and size 11 feet. Is there anything I can do to eliminate this problem? If I need to get a different bike what type would you recommend? I'm thinking touring frame, especially since I like to run fenders, but will even a touring bike have enough clearance for fenders?

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Plan your turns

Honestly, it's a problem on some bikes and not on others. My Las Cruces is just fine...even with fenders. My T800 (touring bike) is short enough that I can just about stop the wheel if I don't plan my feet position in a sharp turn. I don't even entertain the idea of putting fenders on that bike. You get used to it.
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