Originally Posted by
PaulRivers
Yeah, I think that's what I was thinking of. I don't own a cyclocross bike myself, but I've heard about the debate several times about how cyclocross brakes aren't as fast at stopping as regular road bike brakes.
I have a Kona Jake, and my only complaint about it is the breaking power -- it hasn't been an issue yet, but I need to be a bit more on my toes. Even slamming on the breaks as hard as I can tends to lead to more of a slowing-stop then an immediate-stop. Initially I thought the breaks were just loose, but no - it's just the nature of canti breaks.