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What are the benifits of disk brakes over V-brakes, other then the
disks do not get as wet on the trails? After the recent run-in with a dog on a downhill stretch of trail, I am now in the process of replacing my rims and brakes on my mountain bike, and am looking into the possibility of going disk. (already have the replacement handlebars, headset, stem) My areas of concern with moving to disks, is the weight differences, as well as the stopping range between none, and fully locked (ultimately, I would like to be able to brake hard, without lockup, but still have that option available). My current V-brakes are easly able to lock the tires up, even at a speeds over 30mph. From my understanding, V-brakes should be able to provide a larger range of control over the disk (based on the diameter of the wheels, over the diameter of the disks). Is this incorrect? Any insight into this? Most of my riding is cross-country, single track if I can find it. Mike mlawrenc(at)gmail.com |
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mike wrote:
What are the benifits of disk brakes over V-brakes, other then the disks do not get as wet on the trails? After the recent run-in with a dog on a downhill stretch of trail, I am now in the process of replacing my rims and brakes on my mountain bike, and am looking into the possibility of going disk. (already have the replacement handlebars, headset, stem) My areas of concern with moving to disks, is the weight differences, as well as the stopping range between none, and fully locked (ultimately, I would like to be able to brake hard, without lockup, but still have that option available). My current V-brakes are easly able to lock the tires up, even at a speeds over 30mph. From my understanding, V-brakes should be able to provide a larger range of control over the disk (based on the diameter of the wheels, over the diameter of the disks). Is this incorrect? Any insight into this? Most of my riding is cross-country, single track if I can find it. Mike mlawrenc(at)gmail.com Google this newsgroup. It has been answered a few times. -- o-o-o-o Ride-A-Lot o-o-o-o www.schnauzers.ws |
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On May 7, 10:51 am, mike wrote:
What are the benifits of disk brakes over V-brakes, other then the disks do not get as wet on the trails? After the recent run-in with a dog on a downhill stretch of trail, I am now in the process of replacing my rims and brakes on my mountain bike, and am looking into the possibility of going disk. (already have the replacement handlebars, headset, stem) My areas of concern with moving to disks, is the weight differences, as well as the stopping range between none, and fully locked (ultimately, I would like to be able to brake hard, without lockup, but still have that option available). My current V-brakes are easly able to lock the tires up, even at a speeds over 30mph. From my understanding, V-brakes should be able to provide a larger range of control over the disk (based on the diameter of the wheels, over the diameter of the disks). Is this incorrect? Any insight into this? Most of my riding is cross-country, single track if I can find it. Mike mlawrenc(at)gmail.com Decent disks are better. But for what I'd consider standard XC, they're not necessary. /s |
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On May 8, 11:17 pm, Mike wrote:
In article .com, says... What are the benifits of disk brakes over V-brakes, other then the disks do not get as wet on the trails? 1) You can still use disks when your wheel gets a big dent. 2) Disks still stop you when the wheels have been ankle deep in mud. 3) Disks don't 'catch'. 4) Good hydraulic disks give you much more control. 5) Disks don't sandpaper your rims down when you use them in sandy/gritty conditions. 6) Disk pads last longer and are usually easier to replace and adjust than v-brake pads. Mike You forgot about better stopping when wet. And no black rim walls. It isn't always mud. Before mud comes rain. |
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Per Mike:
3) Disks don't 'catch'. Most don't but some do. -- PeteCresswell |
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