@PotomacCyclist 17720 wrote:
I’ve also noticed that CaBi brakes are not as responsive as those on my mountain bike (although those are disc brakes). I don’t think the CaBi brakes are as responsive as the rim brakes on my tri bike either. For most CaBi rides, this isn’t a problem. Then again, I haven’t gone down any of the steep hills in Court House on a CaBi bike yet.
Re the slow speed, I think that’s what makes the bikes so safe when compared to other bikes. Slower speeds means that cyclists, pedestrians and car drivers have a better chance to react during potential collisions because reaction times don’t need to be as short. Most people will see someone coming by at 8-10 mph, but they may not see the speedster zooming in at 20-22 mph.
I think the CaBi bikes are fun to ride as a change of pace from other bikes. It’s also nice to not worry about locking up my own bike on errands.
CaBi brakes are fine, you just need to be aware of what you’re working with. Plan ahead, maybe don’t go into the full aero tuck position on the downhills.
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