Thread: Mini-v brakes, comparison with calipers?
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Old 09-21-13, 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by merlinextraligh
Mini V brakes are not going to be an upgrade over good dual pivot calipers. V brakes require a Travel Agent or similar device because of longer cable pull to work with road bike levers You can get V brakes that have cable pull compatible with road levers, but they don't brake as well .
I disagree. I'm using 6800 levers with Tektro 926 v brakes. These have an 80mm arm. The stopping is AWESOME and there are no clearance issues. If I could convert all my road brakes I would.
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