Brakes
Whenever possible, use several brakes at the same time during braking.
Change the brakes during long downhill rides to avoid overheating.
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Damp or wet road surfaces result in a longer
braking distance. Be careful and reduce the
speed on slippery or uneven road surfaces.
WARNING
Operating the foot brake
During braking, shi the body so that the centre of gravity points towards the rear
wheel to achieve the best braking performance. Shiing your weight backwards /
downwards reduces the braking distance considerably.