Thread: Best long reach brake calipers
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Old 06-17-12 | 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by onespeedbiker
I would say you named the best brake for the job;Tektro r559. Even with those you will like not be satisfied; the long arms lose you a lot of leverage.
+1 on Tektro....can't beat them for the price. +1 on the longer your arms, the less happy you will be.

Before you do this, spend less money and find yourself some Kool Stop pads for the brakes you have.
I have a similar setup on my Raleigh Sports commuter. With those pads, I stop fine.
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