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Brakes Bicycle brake systems are used to slow down or stop a bicycle. There have been various types of brakes used throughout history of which only a few are still in use today. The three main types are: rim brakes, disc brakes, and foot brakes. Most bicycle brake systems consist of three main components: a mechanism for the rider to apply the brakes, such as brake levers or pedals; a mechanism for transmitting that signal, such as cables, rods, or the bicycle chain; and the brake mechanism itself, a caliper or drum, to press two or more surfaces together in order to reduce the rotational speed of the wheels. Foot brakes are used in a lot of kids bikes, but also some adult bikes, simply because they are easy to use and an effective stopping mechanism. They use an internal hub braking system which is activated by putting backward pressure on the cranks.

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