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End no mo'

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Matthes suggests the shift of the cyclist's weight to the rear when using the front brake. The use of the front brake must be avoided during sharp turns. Reducing speed when making sharp turns is recommended. Also, front brakes are never used when the trail presents obstacles such as rocks.

Author: Matheny, Fred
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1998
Column, Brakes, Bicycles, Bicycle parts, Matthes, Ruthie

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Fix my knees please!

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Iliotibial band fiction syndrome is a common knee ache among cycling beginners that is caused by insufficient stretching of the iliotibial band before cycling. The Ober stretch is an exercise that effectively prevents the aches.

Author: Matheny, Fred
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
Stretching exercises

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Healthy knees guaranteed

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Knee injuries are one of the most common complaints voiced by cycling enthusiasts. Several techniques for avoiding cycling-related knee injuries are presented including using properly aligned cleats and keeping knees warm.

Author: Matheny, Fred
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
Injuries, Knee, Knee injuries

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