| Subject: | speaking of gear restrictions |
| Date: | 12/18/2000 12:26 AM |
| From: | Dion Dock |
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Could we start checking general bicycle repair before we line the juniors up to determine if they are using 13 tooth rear cogs? I have been in far too many races that featured: * bikes without bar end plugs (vivisection anyone?) * bikes with pumps * bikes with fenders * dangerously worn tires * loose bars * loose cranks I don't even want to think about poorly glued tubulars, skipping gears, worn out brakes, cracked stems and other such problems. Before we get hot and bothered about whether 53x13 is a reasonable gear, I think we should concern ourselves with determining whether our bikes are safe. This applies to everyone! We already have equipment rules that aren't followed. Do we really need more? -Dion |
