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Simple cable rim brakes saving my ass as always (at least until the front disc caliper is fixed on my other bike). :P

#cycling #bicycle #mastobikes #biketooter
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Yes, cantis. I like them. 🤷 They work well when set up correctly: straddle as low as you can get them to start, then raise little by little if you prefer. Having a lower cable hanger will additionally reduce system flex and improve stopping.

Even those dreaded Tektro "Oryx" 992A calipers. You need the straddle super low, but they work great that way. (That does also mean that they have limited tire clearance!)

(Oh, and this isn't a "rim versus disc" debate starter. If anything, it would be a "cantis suck" debate. :P )

sheldonbrown.comAdjusting Traditional Center Pull Cantilever Bicycle BrakesA practical guide to adjusting cantilever brakes to get the best braking performance on your bicycle.
Nate

@enobacon @tk U Brakes are once again resurrected as “braze on centerpulls”. I have some on my old Centurion ProTour.
Love the Tektro CR720 cantis, sadly discontinued it appears. Luckily I have a backstock.