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Old 09-12-12 | 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by DAVIDPP
What'S about the lever. Do you have lever specific for disc brake. I know there is mechanical and hydrolic disk brake. I suppose the lever will be made for one or the other right. Will hydrolic work ok in winter?
Yes, mechanical disc brake calipers are cable-activated, while hydraulic calipers are activated by a fluid in a flexible pipe and requires a suitable hydraulic lever. (actually, "mechanical" is a misnomer, as both are, essentially, mechanical).

Hydraulic brakes will work fine in winter, as the liquid used is some kind of long-chain oil, usually of mineral origin. However, I have not seen a real advantage of hydraulic vs. mechanical disc brakes. Perhaps there is, if you are into extreme sports? I don't know.
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