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Old Feb 12, 2014 | 08:30 PM
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yeah i bet they've never seen a cap come off of a tire before. definitely get your attention lol
 
Old Feb 13, 2014 | 09:04 AM
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Oh sure! I found that out when I started riding. Funny, I haven't had it happen with my current bike. Maybe because it's heavier?
 
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Twice,,, that's why I have two Sons...
 
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Called riding their slipstream I used to do it intentionally , one recap exploding on a trailer cured me of that .
 
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With the box empty it causes more turbulence, it's why they have tonneau covers on race trucks.
 
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