Originally Posted by
benda18
i've never had a problem with rim brakes in 3 years commuting through rain and snow. personally i think it's just a way to rationalize the disc brake purchase. disc brakes are sexy and work well, so if you want them, get them. if you want to save $100 you'll be fine rolling rim brakes.
Not everybody
"needs" them. I could get by without them. But this last Winter has been a
lot easier in the maintenance department. I haven't had to wonder once about the brakes working. And I haven't had to adjust then more than once, and that was just the cable. You don't want them, fine. I'm figuring out how to change my old tourer to disc for backup duty.