Bikeforums.net is a forum about nothing but bikes. Our community can help you find information about hard-to-find and localized information like bicycle tours, specialties like where in your area to have your recumbent bike serviced, or what are the best bicycle tires and seats for the activities you use your bike for.johnfelix
09-03-11, 06:25 PM
In Commuting forum I have been getting advice on building a new bike...
<<Building a commuter for my wife around a Soma Buena Vista frame [sized for 26" wheels]>>
Now need advice on brakes...
I want to use centre-pull brakes on the middle rear stay.
I had some NOS Cherries ready but faced 2 problems:-
1. Straddle was too short to go around seat tube - solved.
2. Reach was insufficient - not solved.
Soma site - "42cm model uses 26" wheels and 73mm reach brakes (like Tektro 556 or Rivendell Silvers)"
Any recommendations for centre-pull brakes with adequate reach?
Thanks
John
<<Building a commuter for my wife around a Soma Buena Vista frame [sized for 26" wheels]>>
Now need advice on brakes...
I want to use centre-pull brakes on the middle rear stay.
I had some NOS Cherries ready but faced 2 problems:-
1. Straddle was too short to go around seat tube - solved.
2. Reach was insufficient - not solved.
Soma site - "42cm model uses 26" wheels and 73mm reach brakes (like Tektro 556 or Rivendell Silvers)"
Any recommendations for centre-pull brakes with adequate reach?
Thanks
John