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Old 06-06-08, 05:41 PM
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Zaskar24
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Originally Posted by dtrain
I'm doing the same thing right now to my Big Sur. Disc tabs on my original fork...but not on the frame. I've gone with a 160mm Avid BB7 and will upgrade the levers to Speed Dial. From the brief research I put in, it seemed that the BB7 is the best mechanical set-up. I didn't give the 185mm much thought because I'm fairly low-key on the trails. Remember to budget for the new front wheel as well (depending on what you are running right now).
Thanks for the reply dtrain. How do the BB7s do stpooing wise? Better than your od V-brake? I was looking at the BB7 as one of my choices. I am still debating the whole mechanical vs. hydro thing.

I have time sine I can only ride my trainer since I cannot even make my right hand hold a handlebar right now.

Anyone else?

Scott
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