My cruiser needs a hand break
08-14-17, 08:11 PM
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My cruiser needs a hand break
I don't really like the coaster break on my cruiser and want to add a hand break y'all's thoughts on that
08-14-17, 09:53 PM
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A hand brake for the front wheel adds a lot of stopping power and decreases stopping distance in emergency situations. It's great plan. If you have big tires you will need a long reach caliper and a properly matched lever.
08-14-17, 11:28 PM
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Do you have any ideas of anyone who might have a set to trade I'm on a fixed income and don't have much money. But I do have a nice set of crusier bars to trade
08-14-17, 11:58 PM
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What kind of forks are on your cruiser? That would dictate your options for a front brake and yeah, it's definitely a good idea to put one on.
08-15-17, 05:34 AM
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I'm thinking of picking this set up if my local hardware/bicycle store doesn't already have them in stock today.
https://www.amazon.com/1080-Alloy-Br...Q087103NGFYQN7
https://www.amazon.com/1080-Alloy-Br...Q087103NGFYQN7
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I'm a broken record on it, but see if you have a bike co-op local to you. if you do, they're liable to have the parts cheap and help with the mod for little or nothing more.
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08-15-17, 09:38 PM
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11-01-17, 05:25 PM
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Here is the only single speed with coaster rear brake, and front hand brake that I know of:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=ATVPDKIKX0DER
It comes in silver also. Seems like a good idea. I have read that the latest coaster brakes can be a might weak compared to the old ones I rode as a kid (I turned 64 today).
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=ATVPDKIKX0DER
It comes in silver also. Seems like a good idea. I have read that the latest coaster brakes can be a might weak compared to the old ones I rode as a kid (I turned 64 today).
