disc brake on older lugged frame?
10-08-09, 02:29 AM
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disc brake on older lugged frame?
i'm well aware this might be a stupid idea. but yea, i've been wanting to build up a front disc braked commuter/utility bike. i have an older trek 660 sitting around that i don't really ride, so i'm thinking i might get the frame cleaned up and powdercoated, then use this fork with a disc brake and other new components.
there a few things i'm concerned about. is a 1989 lugged true-temper steel frame gonna be strong enough to handle a disc brake? also, i'm sure some people might object to the aesthetics of a lugged frame with a unicrown fork.
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there a few things i'm concerned about. is a 1989 lugged true-temper steel frame gonna be strong enough to handle a disc brake? also, i'm sure some people might object to the aesthetics of a lugged frame with a unicrown fork.
thoughts?
10-08-09, 03:01 AM
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I don't understand why people think disc brakes are a good idea on a commuter.
Why not roller brakes and keep your current frame and fork?
Why not roller brakes and keep your current frame and fork?
10-08-09, 03:04 AM
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the only time disk brakes have an advantage is in a severe downpour, or mud.
any other time a rim brake is just as good
any other time a rim brake is just as good
10-08-09, 05:38 AM
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To the OP: I say go for it. Who cares if someone doesn't like your unicrown fork. They got to build their bike how they wanted and you should build yours how you want it. Get pics. Post them.
10-08-09, 06:36 AM
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All winter
In brake pad longevity
In rim longevity
In ease of braking
In increased modulation and more predictable response and action
In increased power
Downsides:
Lack of prebuilt wheels with road width rims
Cost
Weight
But yeah, your plan should work just fine. Get an Avid BB7 road front and you'll be set.
If you want a lugged fork you could see if Traitor Cycles would be willing to sell you just a fork from their Ruben model: https://www.traitorcycles.com/Bikes_Ruben.cfm
The disk/ss or fixed combo is awesome, it's great to just be able to pull the bike out in any weather and know it will start and stop almost as well as it does on totally dry pavement.
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10-08-09, 07:16 AM
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A disc brake stresses the fork in a (slightly) different way than a rim brake does, but it makes no difference to the frame.
10-08-09, 08:32 AM
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Disagree. Disc's offer superior braking power and modulation in any wet condition (not just a downpour). For a commuter this is a good thing.
To the OP: I say go for it. Who cares if someone doesn't like your unicrown fork. They got to build their bike how they wanted and you should build yours how you want it. Get pics. Post them.
To the OP: I say go for it. Who cares if someone doesn't like your unicrown fork. They got to build their bike how they wanted and you should build yours how you want it. Get pics. Post them.
I really wish disc brakes were more widely available for road applications. It'll happen, but not as quickly as I'd like.
10-08-09, 09:20 AM
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For other options try IRD (https://www.interlocracing.com/forks.html#steelforks) or search ebay for a disc cyclocross fork from an older model Redline Conquest.
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rim brakes eat up the rim if not properly cared for .
disc brakes eat the pads + disc if not properly cared for .
disc brakess discs and pads are way cheaper than replacing a RIM and rebuilding a wheel .
simple from a mechanics view .
Cheers
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thanks for the opinions guys!
for those of you with fork suggestions, keep in mind that i have a 1 inch steerer. i'd definitely like to find a fork that looks better (i.e. straight blade or lugged) than the dimension cross fork, but it doesn't look like i have much of a choice.
for those of you with fork suggestions, keep in mind that i have a 1 inch steerer. i'd definitely like to find a fork that looks better (i.e. straight blade or lugged) than the dimension cross fork, but it doesn't look like i have much of a choice.
10-08-09, 12:10 PM
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thanks for the opinions guys!
for those of you with fork suggestions, keep in mind that i have a 1 inch steerer. i'd definitely like to find a fork that looks better (i.e. straight blade or lugged) than the dimension cross fork, but it doesn't look like i have much of a choice.
for those of you with fork suggestions, keep in mind that i have a 1 inch steerer. i'd definitely like to find a fork that looks better (i.e. straight blade or lugged) than the dimension cross fork, but it doesn't look like i have much of a choice.
Did I mention you should post some pics?!
