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    Rotational Inertia: Front end of an airborn bike drops when brake is applied

    No the front end definitely drops, or the bike rotates rather... If you don't believe me go try it. I'll go with A.T. on this one
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    Rotational Inertia: Front end of an airborn bike drops when brake is applied

    Ahh. Good point. That explains it thanks.
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    Rotational Inertia: Front end of an airborn bike drops when brake is applied

    For sure... The lighter the wheel the lesser the effect, also the heavier the bike the lesser the effect.
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    Rotational Inertia: Front end of an airborn bike drops when brake is applied

    So every mountain biker or motocross rider knows to never grab the front brake in the air. When you do the front end drops and can potentially ruin your day in a hurry. I figure that due to the loss of rotational inertia gravity accelerates the front wheel more rapidly, but I would like to see...
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