Originally Posted by
Stealthammer
I don't care how well you can skid the rear wheel on your brakeless FG, there ie NO way you can stop as quickly as a rider with a front brake. If you just pedal around at cruising speed you might be be able to avoid a collision, but if you ride at speed in traffic there is no way you are safe without a front brake.
Yes, I agree, but of course it is possible to ride at a speed that is suitable to your brakeless condition. And if that's what you want to do, then it is possible to stop very fast.