Can You Put a Coaster Brake On a Fixie?
Condensed Answer: Technically, a coaster brake can be mounted on a fixie, but the process will require re-lacing of the rear wheel. Once the coaster brake is installed, the fixie…
Can You Put Disc Brakes On a Fixie?
Condensed answer: By default, a fixed-gear bike a.k.a. fixie isn't designed for disc brakes. That said, it's possible to add a front and rear disc brake, but the process will…
Can You Use SRAM Rotors With Shimano Brakes?
Condensed answer: SRAM rotors can be used with Shimano disc brakes. The diameter of the rotors should match the system's settings. The rotors have to be compatible with the wheel's…
Can You Use a SRAM Bleed Kit On Shimano?
Condensed Answer: SRAM and Shimano hydraulic brakes require a different bleeding process. The bleeding kits designed for each brand reflect the dissimilarities. That said, it's possible to use parts of…
Can You Use Shimano Rotors With SRAM Brakes?
Condensed answer: Shimano rotors can be combined with SRAM brakes. In some cases, you will need an adapter or an extra washer to increase clearance. Requirements for Compatibility 1. Rotor…
Is It Necessary To Have a Rear Brake On a Fixie?
Condensed answer: A fixed-gear bike allows the rider to slow down the rear wheel via the pedals. For that reason, some people see rear brakes on a fixie as a…
160mm vs. 180mm Rotors? (Pros and Cons Compared)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 160mm and 180mm disc brake rotors. The Advantages of 180mm Rotors 1. Greater Stopping Power 180mm rotors are larger and require the…
Mini V-Brakes vs. Cantilever Brakes – Advantages and Disadvantages Compared
What Are Mini V-Brakes? Mini V-brakes are a slightly smaller version of the popular Shimano direct-pull cantilever brakes known as V-brakes. Unlike regular cantilever brakes which operate with a transverse…