Description of The Problem When the rider releases the brake lever after slowing down, the brake arms remain partially closed. The brake lever usually doesn't return to its original position…
Condensed Answer: Many dirt jumpers do not have a front brake to facilitate the execution of tricks such as bar spins, save weight and prevent improper or accidental deployment of…
Description Of The ProblemWhen the rider releases the brake lever after applying the brakes, the brake arms/jaws do not open fully, and the brake shoes continue to rub against the…
Description Of The Problem: During braking the front wheel of the bike is wobbling (moving back and forth). The harder and more intense the braking is, the more noticeable the…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of V-brakes and center-pull brakes in relation to one another. Definitions V-brakes V-brakes. Bicycle brakes consisting of two brake arms controlled by a…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of V-brakes and mechanical disc brakes in relation to one another. The Advantages of Disc Brakes V-brakes are often seen on commuter bikes.…
Condensed Answer: Hope brakes can be combined with SRAM rotors when the following criteria are met:1. The diameter of the rotors should be compatible with the brake calipers. 2. The…
Condensed Answer: Hope brakes can be used with Shimano rotors when the diameter and the thickness of the rotor are compatible with the brake caliper in question. That said, the…
Condensed Answer: Caliper brakes can be converted to V-brakes only when the frame or fork have mounts for V-brakes or cantilever brakes. If those mounts are not present, it will…
Description of the Problem: The rider squeezes the brake levers to slow down. After reaching the desired speed, the rider releases the levers, but the brakes do not return to…