Rim brake versus roller brake for commuter
09-21-14, 07:52 AM
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Rim brake versus roller brake for commuter
Foul weather and winter grime takes a toll on my commuter bike's rims and rim brakes. Both the front dynamo and the rear IGH have the adapter teeth to accept shimano roller brakes. But maybe they have worse problems in foul weather and grime and sub zero temps. Anybody have long term experience with roller brakes?
09-21-14, 07:57 AM
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I would assume that any hub brake is going to outperform a rim brake in wet conditions. You might need to post this in the winter or mechanics forum to find several users of roller brakes.
Shimano Rollerbrakes -- Design, Applications, Installation, Maintenance
Shimano Rollerbrakes -- Design, Applications, Installation, Maintenance
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09-21-14, 09:42 AM
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I've been using them every weekday for the past thirteen years, in all weather, for something like 40,000 miles. During this time, maintenance has consisted of a yearly top-off of grease. We seldom get subzero temperatures here, but they work fine in them. The sole drawback is that the front brake takes a lot of hand pressure for maximum braking. On the other hand, the higher grip forces on both front and rear make it easier to modulate braking on ice and snow. They are not for everyone, but there is no way I would consider a bike with rim brakes for anything but recreation.
