Originally Posted by
jambon
cantis as the frame i have takes them and the brake levers i want to use don't pull the ratio for vbrakes . Whats wrong with cantis? dont cyclocross use them ?
There is nothing wrong with canti brakes; they are excellent once set up correctly. They also have lots of clearance for fatter tires and fenders.
Your best bet are the Tektro cr720s. Canti brakes would be my first choice on a new touring bike and the Tektros are excellent and reasonably priced.