Originally Posted by
Kapusta
Yes, I did pre-load them.
Don't get me wrong, I like DO like these brakes and on the whole they feel good. Just not as solid (as in less give) as on my MTBs.
I know what you mean. Avid really didn't do the road version justice with respect to cable pull, ramp up, etc.
If you can find a cheap pair of Hayes CX calipers they're worth checking out (I like them better than road BB7s).