Originally Posted by
Sprocket Monkey
What is the difference btw these two frames, disc brakes? Also are the Long Haul Trucker Frames from 2009-2014 basically the same. I am interested in purchasing a LHT but prefer some of the colors of the older models. Thx
I got a disk trucker and don't regret it. Only difference besides brakes is the disk model has a 32 tooth rear while the standard model has a 34 tooth cog. Don't know why they did this. Disk brakes are no more complicated than rim brakes since they are cable pull brakes. Easy to adjust, easy to change pads, and the pads last longer than rim brakes for me. You do need the tool to adjust the inner pad but this is common on most multitools. Just completed 5000km tour on one set of pads. Great braking and no fear of fading or overheating on the big cols.