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From: Frank Krygowski <frkrygow@sbcglobal.net>
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Subject: Re: Cycling editorial
Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:25:21 -0400
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On 4/18/2024 12:31 AM, Jeff Liebermann wrote:
> On Wed, 17 Apr 2024 22:13:17 -0400, Frank Krygowski
> <frkrygow@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> 
>> I've donated to this charity:
>> https://worldbicyclerelief.org/
>>
>> Supposedly they designed their own bike specifically to be super rugged,
>> to fit a large range of body styles and to be easy to maintain.
> 
> That's the Buffalo bicycle:
> <https://worldbicyclerelief.org/product-development/>
> <https://worldbicyclerelief.org/the-bike/>
> "The Buffalo Bicycle is engineered for heavy loads, long distances,
> and rugged terrain, using high-quality parts and materials designed
> specifically to meet our riders’ needs."
> 
> All steel.  Weight is 50 lbs (22.7 kg).  26x1.75 wheels.
> Notice the plunging top tube.  That's for young (and short) riders.
> Coaster brake but no front brake.  Not a good idea for a heavy and
> potentially overloaded "cargo" bike.

The article in _Bicycling Australia_ claimed it now comes with a front 
brake.

-- 
- Frank Krygowski