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Yes and keep your lines - I see so many riders on public roads using the majority of the road when descending. Sadly me and Tim Kendal witnessed some poor lad go through the front windscreen of a car on Saturday morning.
Or, always let Pete go ahead, knowing that he will scream "CAR UP" when need be.Yep, too many cyclist come into the corner too late and too hot, and are forced to swing out into the oncoming lane as they exit the turn. NOT GOOD!! IMHO, do the opposite. Get all your breaking done before the corner, start wide (maybe even into the other lane if it is visibly clear and free of traffic) and be able move the apex closer to your exit so you can finish at higher speed within your own lane. And, always have "bailout" options should some unexpected car or obstruction appear suddenly.
Or, always let Pete go ahead, knowing that he will scream "CAR UP" when need be.
Or, always let Pete go ahead, knowing that he will scream "CAR UP" when need be.
Another important factor to consider is that a motor vehicle may well appear around the corner on the wrong side of the road because its driver has no skills. Despite your superior skillz, the bicycle will almost certainly lose. Splat! .... Crunch! ... Ouch!That being said, I confess to being guilty, on very rare occasion, as a result of misjudgment of exactly what James described, of coming out of a corner too fast to the point that I had to use the opposing oncoming lane. Not a good thing to do! As I said, very rare for me and something I always try to avoid. I have counted myself very lucky on those occasions to not meet a car coming up the hill.
Anyone want a lesson in good road position Pete is definitely a good guy to follow.
Basically it comes down to this, Always ride with options. Never commit to a line you cannot alter. eg, into the corner too early.
Always aim for as late an apex as possible, which means holding the bike out as long as you can. This serves two purposes, lengthens your entry to the corner, allows you to tighten the time you spend leaning. It reduces your risk of breaking traction and allows you better vision through the corner it also gives you road position to react effectively should a hazard be awaiting you mid corner.
Another important factor to consider is that a motor vehicle may well appear around the corner on the wrong side of the road because its driver has no skills. Despite your superior skillz, the bicycle will almost certainly lose. Splat! .... Crunch! ... Ouch!
Not sure if HFM was heading for the river or not.One other thing is LEARN TO CRASH - Putting the bike down when you know you can't avoid a hazard is a very useful skill. I do believe HF Mike has done this before.