Lowsided in SF. Where to now?

justanotherg20

justanotherg20

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Was coming down Brotherhood Way and about to turn right onto Lake Merced, when the car in front of me stopped... and remained stopped...

Managed to slow down to around 10-15 when the bike slid out from under me. Totally my fault for not leaving enough extra room considering the inclement weather.

But in any event, I now have a bike that has trouble shifting into first (neutral and up is fine) and steers a bit to the left. No immediate need for a roadside angel; managed to get the bike over to my parents' place in the Sunset. Any suggestions on shops in SF to take the bike to?
 
two wheel tramp

two wheel tramp

exploring!
IF it weren't racing season, I would say to call El Skipador but he's likely out of town. I imagine there are plenty of BARFER's who could help you take a good look at it but I am not one of them. Sorry to hear about your bike but also glad that you recognized your error so you hopefully won't make it again.
 
two wheel tramp

two wheel tramp

exploring!
By the way, if you do need help getting your bike to a shop, please let me know. I am happy to help. :)

I don't want you riding if you're not safe on the bike.
 
justanotherg20

justanotherg20

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sfcootz said:
By the way, if you do need help getting your bike to a shop, please let me know. I am happy to help. :)

I don't want you riding if you're not safe on the bike.
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Bike is safely stashed at the parent's place for now, though I might take you up on that offer later in the week once I figure out what the heck I'm gonna do. Thanks!
 
slowblood

slowblood

is slow
justanotherg20 said:
Was coming down Brotherhood Way and about to turn right onto Lake Merced, when the car in front of me stopped... and remained stopped...

Managed to slow down to around 10-15 when the bike slid out from under me. Totally my fault for not leaving enough extra room considering the inclement weather.

But in any event, I now have a bike that has trouble shifting into first (neutral and up is fine) and steers a bit to the left. No immediate need for a roadside angel; managed to get the bike over to my parents' place in the Sunset. Any suggestions on shops in SF to take the bike to?
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Did you brake with the front brakes or rear brakes?

Have you had training on riding? Even if you have, you may need to get more. There's folks here that would totally help you out. (including me.)
:ride
 
justanotherg20

justanotherg20

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slowblood said:
Did you brake with the front brakes or rear brakes?

Have you had training on riding? Even if you have, you may need to get more. There's folks here that would totally help you out. (including me.)
:ride
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Both; start with the rear brake and once that's about halfway engaged start adding in some front. Probably not the best way to do it but it's a holdover from the way I brake on my bicycle (which, again, is likely not the most correct way).

Will def. look into more training once I get the bike back up and going. :)
 
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Gixxergirl1000

Gixxergirl1000

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justanotherg20 said:
Both; start with the rear brake and once that's about halfway engaged start adding in some front. Probably not the best way to do it but it's a holdover from the way I brake on my bicycle (which, again, is likely not the most correct way).

Will def. look into more training once I get the bike back up and going. :)
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That's pretty much the wrong way to do it. Your front brake is your friend- use it. That's where the majority of your stopping power is.

Out of curiosity, have you taken the MSF course?
 
slowblood

slowblood

is slow
OP,


youtu.be/TeJ1JH2ah00

Try practicing in a parking lot.
I rely mainly on the front brakes. (for the street)

BTW, squeeze the front brake lever like a firm handshake.. like sayin hello. Progressive pressure.
Never jerk, mash or grab.
 
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justanotherg20

justanotherg20

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Gixxergirl1000 said:
That's pretty much the wrong way to do it. Your front brake is your friend- use it. That's where the majority of your stopping power is.

Out of curiosity, have you taken the MSF course?
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I did, for some reason I was under the impression a little bit of rear would keep the front from locking up (something to do with weight transfer).
slowblood said:
OP,


youtu.be/TeJ1JH2ah00

Try practicing in a parking lot.
I rely mainly on the front brakes. (for the street)

BTW, squeeze the front brake lever like a firm handshake.. like sayin hello. Progressive pressure.
Never jerk, mash or grab.
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Will watch after work :thumbup
 
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