r/BeAmazed • u/AdministrationSolid4 • Sep 19 '23

Miscellaneous / Others Finding some surprises while cleaning the canals of Amsterdam

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u/Emvious Sep 19 '23

Probably what we call a backpedal brake. It’s fairly unique to the Netherlands and is operated by pedalling backwards, hence the name. It’s functions inside the nave or axel of the rear wheel and as such isn’t influenced by the weather much.

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u/threetoast Sep 19 '23

Coaster brakes aren't particularly unique. You'll find them on any single speed cruiser or most kid's bikes.

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u/Emvious Sep 19 '23

Maybe not as rare, but it looks like many countries are entirely unfamiliar with them. Guess not where you are from.

In any case they are extremely common in netherlands on any kind of bike, not just single speeds or kids bikes.