Originally Posted by
backonblack
Maybe, if you never ride down inclines.
Again its not only a matter of speed. Hydraulics are more efficient. Aside from stopping power, they add a cleaner look to bikes.
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Not disagreeing with you at all or even implying that discs are not better. Simply stating that for their intended use, I would not let the lack of disc breaks deter them from buying a bike if everything else about the bike is perfect for them.