Thread: Correct set up for Cantilever (Mafac) brakes
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Old 06-01-11, 12:32 AM
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Originally Posted by TandemGeek
Hmmm... maybe or maybe not.

That model of Mafac caliper brake will always be marginal on a tandem, even with a proper, higher-leverage brake lever like a DiaCompe 287v or a Cane Creek SCR-5V.

The levers on that bike look to be an 80's model Shimano 600 Ultegra designed to work with SLR dual-pivot calipers.
Good advice - sheldon b article excellent. Understand the shorter straddle cable now. Hopefully, shorter straddle cable, new cables, jones cantilevers (still awaiting customs clearance in the UK!!) will sort things.
Thanks for all the excellent advice.
Tony
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