Originally Posted by mihlbach
I agree with you...however, I still submit that there are people who strip their bikes down for the photo session and then reinstall brakes and accessories when riding. Theres nothing wrong with doing that...but still its a little deceptive. If I ever get around to submitting my Bareknuckle, I'll include figures of the stripped down track setup (which I ride occasionally) as well as the everyday road setup with brakes, bottles, framepump and the works.
Yes, I agree! The whole 'being ashamed of brake' thing it so silly.
It is personal preference not a better or worse thing.