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…
Condensed Answer: V-brakes can be converted to disc brakes only when the frame and/or fork have disc mounts. If the frame or fork don't have mounts, the user will have…
This post compares center-pull and cantilever brakes. Definitions Center-pull Brakes – old-school rim brakes found on retro road bikes. Center-pull brakes attach to the frame and fork via two bolts.…
This post compares center-pull and side-pull brakes. Definitions Center-pull Brakes Center-pull brakes are rim brakes with a straddle wire attaching to a set of brake arms pivoting around two independent…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of dual-pivot brakes and V-brakes in relation to one another. Definitions Before comparing the two types of brakes, it’s necessary to describe them.…