This thread has referred to one of Jobst Brandt's pages that I host on my site:
http://sheldonbrown.com/
I have a very high regard for Jobst, and on most cycling technical matters we agree, but this is an exception.
I have added a counterpoint to this article. If you recently viewed that page, you may need to refresh your browser to see the revised version.
Sheldon "Wiper" Brown
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| We hardly find any persons of good sense |
| save those who agree with with us. |
| - Francois, Duc de la Rouchefoucauld |
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