tedi k wardhana

thanks to all, for the varied opinions.
now I have a headache...(just kidding)

if I may rephrase, the original problem was that the 27 year old stock caliper brakes seem to not having that stopping power.(compared to my other hybrid bike with cantis)
while being at it, I also envy that clean look of fixies, beach cruisers, with clean handlebars, no cables, no shifters.
yes I understand, as the name implies, cruisers are for cruising, not for high speed, so coasters are just fine for them, right?
and yes, unless I can fit an ABS (anti lock braking) (like a formula one??)system on a coaster, I might tend to lock my brakes and skid and have an accident, rather than braking with fingers.
right?

but anyhow, since I don't go to fast on my bike, I think I might opt for a coaster.
just for the CLEAN LOOK )

charlisity

Regardless of our arguments against coasters and their safety, I've ridden them since childhood and have never crashed due to bad braking or seen it happen to others. You'll be fine even if you do ride fast. I agree about the clean look.