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Old 05-27-09 | 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by 7bmwm3gtr
I'm still new to the road (700miles) with my road bike. 16 years old.

Just because i'm paranoid and curious, i just wanted to ask; how likely is it to get a broken spoke during a 30 mile ride, then a 50mile+ ride. And what factors contribute to a broken spoke? And what should one do if it does break?
Thanks.
If the wheel is not out of true enough to rub, continue your ride. If it causes the wheel to rub the brake pads, then open your brake's quick release to give the wheel more clearance, and finish your ride. Then be a bit careful decending because your brake may have less stopping power since the extra brake lever travel may allow the lever to hit the handlebar.
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