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Fierce brake on bike
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Grandson's bike has a rather fierce front brake which tends to throw him
over the handlebars when he uses it. How can I tame it?
Possibly uk.rec.cycling.moderated might be a better place for this question?
Firstly, have you checked that the brake is set up properly?
If there is too much for and aft movement on a front brake then as it flexes
it can put the brake on harder.
Also, check that the brake pads aren't toed in too much as I think that can
have a similar effect.
http://sheldonbrown.com/brakes/index.html
is a good place to look for
information.
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