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Old 30th Apr 2002, 22:44
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Nick Lappos
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Xnr,

If you land with the brakes locked, the result would probably be tire damage (worn flat in a few seconds) and even loss of control (as the wheels skid, perhaps unevenly).

Best to land, get full weight on the wheels, then use the brakes with pumping action.