Old 05-11-22, 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by repechage
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The handlebars were... Limber. really could have used a crossbar of some type within 6" to 8" from the grips.
the bars were the part that set off my internal alarm too... too long and skinny!!
Bracing or larger diameter tubing seem like a good idea.
On the other hand, with those little wheels, maybe the vague, shimmying steering wasn't much of a threat? Good enough to go a mile from the train station to the office, perhaps.

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