Originally Posted by
Ithaka
Perhaps the wheels aren't the problem: can it just be that cantilever brakes suck? I'm sort of hoping this is the case, as replacing the brakes is obviously cheaper than replacing wheels. Can any style/size fit on my bike? Here are some pics for reference:
thanks for the help
The brakes are setup all WRONG.
first up, pads need to sit closer to the rim.
second, the yoke shouldn't be that high. The straddle cable should be just slightly above the crown and bridge eyelets
third, if the pads are original, and have never been replaced, they're probably rock solid from drying out and need to be replaced.
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