Question about stopping technique

[wackyjacky1]

Yeah, I unclip my right foot, begin braking, slide off the saddle, and put my foot on the ground as I come to a complete stop.

I've always been a right foot unclipper. I'm sure I would fall over if I ever tried the other foot. Early in my cycling I read somewhere that you should pick one foot to unclip and make a habit of it so that it becomes automatic. I picked my right foot because I do like to rest my foot on the curb and stay in the saddle whenever it's safe to do so.

[Fredwina]

one thing that I haven't seen mentioned is to shift to an easier gear before you stop(if you can). Makes getting started easier.

[PamNY]

Thanks for all these replies, each of which has been helpful. NY Biker, the Outside piece was informative; even though I'm not clipped, it's the same principle.

It's a good time of year to practice this stuff -- not so many people on the bike path.

Pam