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20th Oct 2016, 17:21

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Fursty Ferret

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I work on the theory that a hefty crosswind means more weight on downwind wheels, with more energy absorbed during moderate braking. Hadn't even thought about the weathercock effect and heavier braking on one side to keep it straight.

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