Originally Posted by
indyfabz

Let's get this party started: I am fine with the cantis on my touring bike, even with a full load. Once got up to 49 mph on a bike (with gear) weighing 90 lbs. I was probably another 195 lbs. No problem stopping. And that was with a set of cantis on a '98 T700.
I believe you. But, I also know that my canti's suck with new pads and clean wheels. Not even close to the power of rim brakes on my road bike. I'd rather not change brakes but what else to do? Sorry if this is a bit of a hijack.