If you ever ride in traffic it's usually legally required.
If you ever want to slow down or stop in a controlled manner, brakes are VERY useful. Fixies can kinda-sorta be slowed down by skid stops, but it takes longer, gives poorer control and wears the tire down in spots.
V brakes use pads that grip the rim of the wheel to slow down the bike, while disc brakes use a rotor and caliper system to stop the bike. Disc brakes generally offer better stopping power and performance, especially in wet or muddy conditions. If you ride in challenging terrain or in wet weather, disc brakes may be more suitable for your bike.
Well, if you ever intend to ride it on the streets, it should have brakes.
Depends on where you are riding it. If you stay in bikeparks and backyards it's OK, but if you ride it in traffic you have to have brakes.
A toddler bike with hand brakes can help young children learn to ride more safely and effectively. The benefits include improved control and coordination, increased confidence, and a smoother transition to larger bikes with hand brakes.
If the bicycle is road legal(has brakes, lights, reflectors) - sure.
To upgrade your bike brakes for better performance and safety, consider replacing the brake pads with higher quality ones, upgrading to disc brakes if your bike currently has rim brakes, and ensuring proper adjustment and maintenance of the brakes. Additionally, upgrading to a higher quality brake system or components can also improve braking performance and safety.
The different types of road bike brakes available are caliper brakes, disc brakes, and cantilever brakes. Caliper brakes are traditional and attach to the frame of the bike, while disc brakes use a rotor attached to the wheel hub for better stopping power. Cantilever brakes are less common and are typically found on older road bikes.
If you hear screeching bike brakes while riding, you should gently apply both brakes to slow down and come to a controlled stop. Check your surroundings for any potential hazards and assess the condition of your brakes before continuing your ride.
An exercise bike is better than a rip stick because of its safety brakes but a rip stick is more fun.
Hydraulic brakes on a bike offer better braking power, more consistent performance, and require less maintenance compared to traditional cable-actuated brakes.
Depends on what you want from your bike. A MTB is likely to have better riding characteristics than a freestyle bike, important if you want to cover any distances with your bike. But if you only want to ride at skate parks, then a freestyle bike is probably the better choice.
Disk brakes on a mountain bike offer better stopping power, improved performance in wet conditions, and require less maintenance compared to other types of brakes like rim brakes.