Raleigh rod brakes
07-06-17, 01:42 PM
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Raleigh rod brakes
I'm going to help fix them for my gf. Why are they NOT used today? They seem more durable and efficient.
Also where do we get parts for them?
Also where do we get parts for them?
07-06-17, 02:03 PM
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The rod brakes that pulled up on the inside of the rim where NOT very efficient, and create additional stress on the rim and spokes. Caliper brakes are the most efficient design (note all common disk brake are caliper brakes), because the stress loop is very well confined - just a small section of the rim/disc and the caliper itself. On rod brakes, the loop includes the wheel bearings, spokes, a larger part of the rim, the fork/frame - this longer loop leads to more things flexing, a spongier feel and reduce effectiveness.
ebay, classified ads, make them or adapt standard parts yourself.
ebay, classified ads, make them or adapt standard parts yourself.
07-06-17, 02:07 PM
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The rod brakes that pulled up on the inside of the rim where NOT very efficient, and create additional stress on the rim and spokes. Caliper brakes are the most efficient design (note all common disk brake are caliper brakes), because the stress loop is very well confined - just a small section of the rim/disc and the caliper itself. On rod brakes, the loop includes the wheel bearings, spokes, a larger part of the rim, the fork/frame - this longer loop leads to more things flexing, a spongier feel and reduce effectiveness.
ebay, classified ads, make them or adapt standard parts yourself.
ebay, classified ads, make them or adapt standard parts yourself.
ratso I like them alot of course everyone that knows me thinks I'm insane but anywho... They FEEL more efficient. plus they look nifty.
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try searching up some classic/antique bicycle websites/blogs/FB pages... "Steel Is Real" on FB has a few antique collectors on it, i know... and this website has a classics forum... try there for parts sources.
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This forum in the Classic & Vintage section. Look for "For the Love of English 3 Speeds" thread. Lots of info on rod brakes there.
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