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Old 06-19-19, 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Eric S.
I've been working security for about 1 month now and prefer bike patrol over "standing guard" but don't like the bikes. They're heavy, clumsy at slow speeds and don't need front suspension. I realize a gravel bike with brifters may be a bit much for most guards because they're not cyclists and only ride at work. More nimble hybrids with 700x35 would suffice, in my opinion.
You know your beat better than anyone. If a hybrid or a gravel bike will get it done and not be beat to death, that's what I'd want to ride. I've spent some time TAD in Vegas. This is me and another officer from Dayton patrolling a casino on Fremont.

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