Originally Posted by
Chris_in_Miami
Technically, the U-brake isn't on the chainstay bridge, it's mounted to bosses on the stays themselves. You can't swap it out with cantilevers for several reasons, but there's no need to - they work well even though they're often criticized for accumulating mud in that location. No idea about the dynamo.
Thank you for your continued input, I did some image searches and found the brake setup common on technium mtb's forgive my ignorance in this area despite my handle. And I gotta say, I did not expect to enjoy those handlebars but it's kind've a pleasure to be that relaxed on a not go fast bike.