Originally Posted by
CCrew
Yet disc brakes excel, and the rear rack choices aren't hindered on any of the numerous bikes that mount the caliper in the chainstay/seatstay area. Rest you just use a disc specific rack.
Sorry, this is the type of response that I always expect from someone that's never owned them.
Originally Posted by
ItsJustMe
I was thinking the same thing. The only people dissing discs are people who don't have them.
Isn't this the internet? Most of the people posting probably don't even own bikes.
Regardless, I don't disagree with anything wunderkind posted. You make wunderkind's point in your own post. Yes, "numerous" bikes have better rack mounting options, but all the rest don't, including plenty of "commuter" models. Then you say to use disc-specific racks for the rest, which would reduce your rack choices, which is what wunderkind said. As far as V-brakes being adequate for commuting, this is obviously true, and not a "diss" on discs. Discs are great, and a well maintained set will outperform rim brakes in the worst conditions, and save wear on your rim. That doesn't make them the right choice for everyone.