tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89781520413377698.post8751241228229864198..comments2020-05-29T07:49:38.025-07:00Comments on One more gear: Pay as you churnEddie Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12308640224702903953noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89781520413377698.post-47970019915174398082010-02-24T08:48:33.411-08:002010-02-24T08:48:33.411-08:00Carbon is not just light, it also acts as a shock ...Carbon is not just light, it also acts as a shock absorber which contributes to a more comfortable ride. With the long rides you have planned, having a comfortable bike is essential. Carbon can crack or snap if you crash, and accidents can happen, but think positively: if you handle your bike well and don't take too many silly risks then the chance of crashing should be minimal. I've had a carbon bike for almost two years and have only fallen once when I slipped on a frosty painted line at low speed - no damage done at all!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01305990391704200261noreply@blogger.com