Unique / boutique Canti Brake Manuf?
11-13-14, 07:24 PM
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Unique / boutique Canti Brake Manuf?
Looking to pick up some new Canti's, something unique. Us tourists are judged by our brake setups, I am looking for something unique and off the radar, any thoughts? Pauls are cool, I may go that route, but prefer something different.
What I've found thus far:
Bruce Gordon @ https://bgcycles-cycles.squarespace.com/new-page-3/
Empella @ Frogglegs brakes - Empella brakes - Cyclo-cross Imports - Empella
Campy @ Campagnolo Cx Cantilever Silver
I know I've seen some others, any thoughts?
What I've found thus far:
Bruce Gordon @ https://bgcycles-cycles.squarespace.com/new-page-3/
Empella @ Frogglegs brakes - Empella brakes - Cyclo-cross Imports - Empella
Campy @ Campagnolo Cx Cantilever Silver
I know I've seen some others, any thoughts?
11-13-14, 11:01 PM
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There's always the Rodriguez Big Squeeze.
11-14-14, 07:17 AM
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I tried various cheaper canti's to replace the low end Tektros that came on my Salsa Casseroll and was not pleased with any of them. I finally ordered these from Velo Orange and have been very happy. Easy to adjust, no squeal, and good grip in the rain.
Grand Cru Zeste Cantilever Brakeset - Brakes - Brakes & Parts - Components
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11-14-14, 09:40 AM
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If you want something really unique, look for some vintage Mafac brakes. Most bikes sold in the heyday of Mafac did not have cantilever bosses on the frames, thus these are quite rare as their centerpull brakes were much more common. Note however that they did not have a way to adjust toe in, so modern brakes have an advantage over them. Watch ebay, they occasionally show up there.
11-14-14, 09:44 AM
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Scott Peterson Self energizing Cantilever brakes https://s4f9b55a471ef4.img.gostorego...._1600x1067.jpg
I have F/R Pair on my Touring bike, built in Eugene . I scored the brakes from the Burly Tandem assembly Shop .
They are out of production ..
Also come and gone Spooky , a NL Made replacement for the limited number of Mafac Cantilevers, the ones I got were made out of Carbon Fiber Sheet..
replacing the also Come and Gone Modolo Cyclocross Cantilevers..
Noted :
A Builder fitting Mafac and other brake calipers of the type, the placement of the Bosses on the Frame is the 1st adjustment..
once the pad height adjustment on the brake was included, (MTB Boom) the bike Factories got sloppier in where they put the brake Bosses .
I have F/R Pair on my Touring bike, built in Eugene . I scored the brakes from the Burly Tandem assembly Shop .
They are out of production ..
Also come and gone Spooky , a NL Made replacement for the limited number of Mafac Cantilevers, the ones I got were made out of Carbon Fiber Sheet..
replacing the also Come and Gone Modolo Cyclocross Cantilevers..
Noted :
A Builder fitting Mafac and other brake calipers of the type, the placement of the Bosses on the Frame is the 1st adjustment..
once the pad height adjustment on the brake was included, (MTB Boom) the bike Factories got sloppier in where they put the brake Bosses .
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11-14-14, 11:34 AM
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11-14-14, 11:57 AM
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Relatively Mass produced In Taiwan, IRD is now a Brand Owned by Merry Sales Imports (Soma Etc.). gets to be less Boutique .
though not exactly something you see spec'ed on OEM Builds ..
MrGrumpy cantilever brakes is another cross brake that has come and gone. from the titanium bolt makers SRP.
https://cx.cxmagazine.com/wp-content/...py-stopper.jpg
weight chart , if it matters Weight Weenies - Rim Brakes
though not exactly something you see spec'ed on OEM Builds ..
MrGrumpy cantilever brakes is another cross brake that has come and gone. from the titanium bolt makers SRP.
https://cx.cxmagazine.com/wp-content/...py-stopper.jpg
weight chart , if it matters Weight Weenies - Rim Brakes
11-14-14, 01:55 PM
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While I have a set of Paul's, I got them because of their reputation for good stopping and modulation attributes, not their bling. IMO- stopping ability is the most important criteria when buying brakes. However, if they are excellent brakes and also look good that is a bonus
11-20-14, 12:11 PM
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Found something unique, in case anybody was interested. IRD 5-10's, couldn't find much on them, from the mid 90's:
11-20-14, 12:26 PM
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I also have, by the way, a full set (front and rear) of Petersen's brakes (Suntour version, I think) in the original packaging if anyone is interested.
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11-20-14, 12:35 PM
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These are short pull unlike the Pauls, very similar design like you say though.
The buddy I bought these from had a set of those Paul Stoplights also, in that very 90's blue ano.
The buddy I bought these from had a set of those Paul Stoplights also, in that very 90's blue ano.
11-20-14, 02:28 PM
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Interloc Racing Design Used to be a small MTB bike builder in Selma Oregon, in the Siskiyou mountains near the NorCal border .
but brand names are a commodity these days..
but brand names are a commodity these days..
11-20-14, 02:52 PM
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The guy I bought these from had a NOS pair of Pederson canti's in red. How do you find they work?
11-20-14, 03:06 PM
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I have them set up on my Touring bike, newest frame a one off build *, they need a bit more involvement to set them up right.
Found a Brake boss in the Builders parts bin with a ring-flange around it, and a star washer to grip the back of the core piece.
it stays immobile with that friction.
also beneficial is thick tube wall sites where the boss is mounted.. If a light frame , a booster arch may help.
once the brake pad grips the rim , that friction pulls the actuator part further around the stationary helix. tightening the brake further.
My levers: cable out the top Modolo .. firm grip from your hands,needed, trying from the hoods, but it brings the loaded bike to a stop, nicely..
newer bike has Magura's hydraulic Rim Brakes .. those stop with less hand effort.
*prior build on a '85 Specialized Imports steel 'Expedition' .. Japan frame contract then ..
Found a Brake boss in the Builders parts bin with a ring-flange around it, and a star washer to grip the back of the core piece.
it stays immobile with that friction.
also beneficial is thick tube wall sites where the boss is mounted.. If a light frame , a booster arch may help.
once the brake pad grips the rim , that friction pulls the actuator part further around the stationary helix. tightening the brake further.
My levers: cable out the top Modolo .. firm grip from your hands,needed, trying from the hoods, but it brings the loaded bike to a stop, nicely..
newer bike has Magura's hydraulic Rim Brakes .. those stop with less hand effort.
*prior build on a '85 Specialized Imports steel 'Expedition' .. Japan frame contract then ..
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