unless you're working with some odd cable
> > > routing.
> >
> > > > > Nice Surly--what brakes are you using?
> >
> > > > > Steve
> >
> > > > > -Original Message-
> > > > > *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@g
t the 5's unless you're working with some odd cable
> > routing.
>
> > > > Nice Surly--what brakes are you using?
>
> > > > Steve
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> > > > -Original Message-----
> > > > *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:
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> > > Nice Surly--what brakes are you using?
> >
> > > Steve
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> Thanks Steve. Cartridge pads alone are worth the difference, but they're
> getting close to Paul territory @ $88 retail. M
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Thanks Steve. Cartridge pads alone are worth the difference, but they're
getting close to Paul territory @ $88 re
lly confirmed this, however.
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> Steve Frederick, East Lansing MI
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Reptilian levers!
Those look like pretty fancy brakes. What's the difference between the 3
and the 5?
On Fri, Mar 12, 2010 at 7:14 AM, Michael
Reptilian levers!
Those look like pretty fancy brakes. What's the difference between the 3
and the 5?
On Fri, Mar 12, 2010 at 7:14 AM, Michael_S wrote:
> I thought it was a skink? which is in the lizard family but with
> different physical attributes than "true" lizards.
>
> and if you do cho
I thought it was a skink? which is in the lizard family but with
different physical attributes than "true" lizards.
and if you do choose v-brakes... the best design out there is the CC
Direct Curve.
I've alway felt though, that well adjusted cantilevers stop just as
well and look much better tha
C'mon... L-I-Z-A-R-D-S!!! How can you put a price on lizards?
Priceless...
Speaking of lizards and priceless... if you haven't seen it on
youtube... the Lego version of Eddie Izzard's Death Star Canteen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sv5iEK-IEzw
As for the finish, etc., the CC's are very nice an
Thanks for the lead!
Has anyone determined if there is a difference between CC and Tektros, other
than finish and lizards?
On Thu, Mar 11, 2010 at 7:13 AM, Buck wrote:
> I have the CC Drop V levers. I originally mounted Avid V Brakes (which
> came off my Stumpjumper) on my Atlantis with Paselas
I have the CC Drop V levers. I originally mounted Avid V Brakes (which
came off my Stumpjumper) on my Atlantis with Paselas, so I needed the
extra travel. I bought most of my parts from Harris Cyclery (and
possibly the levers... don't remember) since they are my local dealer
and THE nicest people.
I actually like the 287Vs better, mostly due to the blade shape, which
seems easier for me to get a good grip on. They're also slightly
lighter, and all metal. Braking for me was the same.
Philip
McMinnville, Ore.
On Mar 10, 7:03 am, Chuck wrote:
> On Mar 9, 7:53 pm, cyclotourist wrote:> The T
Hi Chuck, thanks for the offer. I already have some forthcoming from
another parts bin! I'll keep your and other folks advice in mind for my
next Riv order. I try to save up until I can get it to $150 and get the
free ship! Wish their minimum was $75, I'd probably order a lot more often!
THANKS
On Mar 9, 7:53 pm, cyclotourist wrote:
> The Tektros and CCs do look a lot nicer than the 287 models.
>
> But hey, beggars can't be picky about brake levers!
>
More importantly, they also work better. When I built up my V-brake
equipped tourer, I used the 287V because it was the only thing
availa
Hi Jim, thanks for the info. That's what I wanted to know about using the
wrong levers.
Looks like the 287V levers are NLA. They're not terribly pretty, but I have
an unused one so I figure I'll run what I brung. Someone has an extra set,
so I have it covered now. The Cane Creeks are more that
With regular short-pull levers and v-brakes, the brakes will move only
a short distance when the lever is pulled. To make them work at all,
the pads will need to be adjusted very close to the rim. You will get
a lot if rubbing and the levers will feel mushy.
I suggest the Tektro levers. They are M
The opposite of Rivendellish :-)
Planning on some Nanoraptors and definitely that 12-36 cassette. Still
considering a 1X9. I have time to figure it out!!! :-)
On Mon, Mar 8, 2010 at 9:22 PM, Michael_S wrote:
> Mordorish? Whats dat?
>
> My input ( besides discs) is that the 2.2 29er wheels rol
Mordorish? Whats dat?
My input ( besides discs) is that the 2.2 29er wheels roll over
everything. You will be much happier and safer on steep trails and
rough terrain with what ever frame you get. Just make sure it's
steel. And those big wheels take some work to climb.. that 12-36
cassette will b
Yes, that's another thing, it's definitely an Inland So-Cal bike.
KMs are pretty reasonable, $460. I'm trying to find a used one for half
that as it's a bit of an experiment. That's why it's hard to come up with
the $$$ for a Hunq. Plus they need a bit longer top tube for the
standover. I'd ha
I find the cable Avid BB7 Road Discs give me decent modulation as
well. I went that way because I had the really nice wheel set
though. I think either way will get you where you want to go if set
up properly. here in Southern Cal the wet weather benifits of the
discs are not really a gain.
And
Yeah, and that's my only data-point, so may not be the best? They just
seemed to be on/off and nothing really inbetween...
On Mon, Mar 8, 2010 at 8:45 PM, andrew hill wrote:
> I have Gary Fisher Cobia 29er with discs and it's got a LOT of control over
> the breaking. from sudden to damping, wh
I have Gary Fisher Cobia 29er with discs and it's got a LOT of control over the
breaking. from sudden to damping, whatever i want. i've never had em lock up.
maybe the mechanism is a bit different on these? i just know i like em.
On Mar 8, 2010, at 8:34 PM, cyclotourist wrote:
> I've rode
I've rode my friend's C'dale Caffeine 29er. It has disks and they locked up
really fast. Not a whole lot of modulation. I like feathering the brakes
and suppose I could get used to it, but wasn't impressed. I can lock up my
wheels with cantis w/out problem, so don't see the need. Plus I can us
I just had that link and the one for the travel agents forwarded to me. I
didn't know there was a tektro model, only the silly-expensive Cane Creek
model ($70). So yeah, $30 is cool. I have those non-V versions and they're
ok. I prefer Shimano levers for hand fit.
Here's the link if anyone is
one word... well maybe two.. disc brakes.
when you want to stop big tires in the dirt disc's are in another
world. Hydraulics are best, but Avid cable disc's were damn good too.
I have a steel Haro Mary 29er with hydraulics and the disc's are
almost scary on pavement they stop so fast. But no drop
Tektro version is $30 at Rivendell, $26 at universal cycles
I have had the textro version, and they work as well as any other
Tektro lever. Slightly larger form factor, kind of nice if you have
big hands. The Shimano units are downright skinny in comparison
On Mar 8, 7:36 pm, cyclotourist
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