Question:
"Which brake should I use?"
Stopping the Bike
A common myth about bikes is that using the front brake will make you flip over the handlebars. This is not true; in fact, the front brake is far more important to use than the rear because it can stop you faster and more safely. If you've never used the front brake before, test it out on a flat, quiet section of road and get a feel for how it works at progressively faster speeds. The next time you have to stop suddenly, you'll be shocked how much faster and more safely you can slow down.
Bicycle Frequently Asked Questions
"What kind of bike should I get?"
"Do I need other safety equipment?"
"How do I ride safely on the road?"
"Should I skid when stopping?"
"What's the best way to steer?"
"How about riding in the snow?"
"I'm trying to get myself into shape by riding a bike. How should I start?"
"What about riding my bike off-road?'
"What if I want to try racing?"
Can my child grow into their bicycle?
What Kind of Bicycle should I Buy?
How do you properly fit a bicycle?
Do women fit bikes differently?
Does a bicycle need regular maintenance?
What's a good way to store my bicycle?
Should I keep a log of my cycling?
What supplies should I carry in my seat pack?
Can I test drive a bicycle before I buy?
What should I look out for when cycling on trails?
What's a good cycling cadence?
What bicycle parts need regular checks?
Do women need different saddles?
What are the benefits of shock absorbing seatposts?
Can I just walk out the door with my pre-assembled bike?
What should I do if my bike makes noises?
Is a Camelbak a good accessory to buy?
How many bicycle accessories are there?
What is a heart rate monitor good for?
Does my bicycle rack need maintenance too?
Is it okay to listen to music while I ride?
What are bicycle frames made from?
How do you calculate the right bicycle frame size?
How do you maintain a bicycle frame?
What's the proper way to clamp a bicycle for storage or repair?
Casn a bicycle frame warranty be nulled?
How do you remove the rear bicycle wheel?
How do you true mountain bike wheels?
Should you always carry a flat repair kit?
How do you adjust tire pressure for the way you ride?
What's the best way to put air in bicycle tires?
What types of bicycle tires are there?
How long does it take to build a custom bike?
What is a custom adjusted frameset?
How does a custom bicycle builder work?
Are bicycle reviews a good way to keep up with technology?
What are the leading brands in high qualitymountain bikes?
How important is customer service?
How should a bicycle helmet fit?
How are bicycle helmet standards made?
How can I be sure my children are wearing their helmets right?
Under what circumstances do I need to replace a helmet?
What's the best helmet to wear?
What are the benefits to wearing cycling clothes
What are cycling clothing made of?
How does dressing in layers help?
How can you quickly launder cycling clothing to get you back on the road?
How can I protect myself from the rain?
What's the best way to take care of cycling shoes?
How do you keep your feet warm?
Are all cycling shoe sizes similar?
Is there any relief from foot fatigue?
What are some good cycling shoe brands?
Do I have to adjust my bicycle fork to my weight?
How do you adjust a bike fork?
Do women need to make cetain their bicycle fork is adjusted to their size?
How can I tell if my bicycle fork is faulty?
Are there bicycle forks that are better than others for large riders?
What are good lights for riding at night?
what's required in lights for road cycling?
Is there an advantage to riding with others at night?
Do bicycle lights make it safe enough to ride at night?
Are lead-acid or nickel-cadmium battery powered lights better?
Do I have to learn to speak mountain bike?
Under what conditions do trails get damaged?
Can I ride a mountain bike on the road?
Are there rules for trail riding?
What is a sport bike good for?
Will I grow out of a sport bike?
Should I learn to speak road bike?
What are the differences between dropped and upright handlebars?
What do you do when a dog chases and barks after you?
What basic tools should I own?
What's a good strategy for acquiring all the bicycle tools I'll need to maintain my own bike?
How do I keep track of all my bicycle tools?
What is the winning purse for the winner of the tour de france?
What are some bicycle safety rules for riding in the street with motor vehicles?
Are folding bicycles a good buy?
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