>>1137484Good job not dying. As above it's worth learning to bunnyhop because that's not a bad idea for potholes. It's easier if you have clipless or cages too and it's easier at speed.
>>bike wavering like hell as I hold the brakes for dear lifeLearn how to brake properly in an emergency situation, and practice it so that it's second nature. Brace your arms and pitch your weight backwards. Use your front brake only. The front brake should be strong enough to lift the rear wheel off the ground. Get a feel for maximum braking, just before the rear wheel lifts. If you use your rear brake then as well, it will just lock up the rear wheel, which has no traction, and it will skid.
If your front brake isn't strong enough to lift the rear wheel, get new brake pads & cables. If you want more info, see below:
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/brakturn.htmlThis could save your life one day.
*disclaimer* doesn't apply if it's slippery, you're leaning in a turn, you're not on pavement, or your front tire blows out
