AVID Shorty 4 brake on Mountain Bike with road levers?

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Marty wrote:
Hello rbt,

I'd like to setup a mountain bike with drop handlebars. So, I'd have
road brake levers (Shimano 105) and I'd like to know if I'd be able to
use them with the AVID Shorty 4 brakes and 26" mountain bikes wheels?

_ Yes. Cantilevers work fine with road levers, however Avid shorties
have a terrible reputation for squealing. Tektro are similarly
priced and have a better reputation.


Also, would I be able to use a 105 rear derailleur on a mountain bike
frame with 26" mountain bike wheels with a 12/25 105 cogset?

_ Sure. google for "Sheldon brown derailler capacity" to learn
why.


I'm thinking of building such a bike for my daughter. It's kind of a
cross bike, but more towards mountain than road.


_ Bikes with fat tires and drop bars are a lot of fun.

_ Booker C. Bense

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