Originally Posted by
Cougrrcj
They are also called 'emergency brakes' because they rely on a mechanical (cable) actuation. Not much chance for failure unless the cable is frozen or broken. Which is also why you should always check your emergency/parking brake on your car on a regular basis!
Better yet, use your parking brake when you park (as designed) rather than relying on your transmission.
Originally Posted by
chaadster
I think this is the correct answer, and any drop bar hydrodisc is *well* over $700-$800, and well into several thousand of dollars. I guess there are some MTB hydrodiscs in the $700-$800 range, but not drop bar road, I don't think.
$300 will buy a set of TRP Hylex drop bar hydraulic brakes. They would be great teamed up with bar ends on a fat bike or other adventure bike.
