There are plenty of good reasons why pedal or coaster brakes are pretty rare these days -- disc brakes are better in almost every way. But there's an important reason why I love old-fashioned coaster brakes on my bike. Check it out, along with 5 tips for making short trips on your bike as easy and convenient as possible.

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