Originally Posted by
Biker395
Good point. I've always thought it interesting that the same brake system is used for all road bikes, whether used by Clydesdales or nymphs.
You should try Kool-stops ... IMHO, they feel firmer and stop better than the standard Shimano pads.
But they wouldn't help you descending in the rain on a loaded touring bike ... that is a place where disc brakes would be a clear choice.
Oh, I vary between 155-165.
Controlling for rider weight, hydraulics do not stop any sooner than rim brakes on alu rims, in dry conditions.
They stop a bit sooner in wet conditions.
A heavier rider will take longer to stop compared to a lighter rider.
However, a heavy rider will not stop any sooner by switching from rim brakes to hydraulics on dry roads.