Originally Posted by Robert_in_ca
I ordered these for my LHT build, which is finally going to be done next week.
http://www.interlocracing.com/brake_canti.html
They come preloaded with Koolstop pads.
Has anyone tried these? The price was the same for the Shimano BR-R550, they're cold forged, they weigh less and they have better pads stock.
Did I make a mistake getting these?
I thought very seriously about getting those, until rivendell showed up with their 'ribbit' brakes. The ribbits are about five steps back in terms of adjustability (non-threaded post-using pads, no provision for toe, individual arm tension set by bending the spring itself), but they were just what my bike needed aesthetically, and they've been working alright.
I'd like to hear how the Cafams work out for you, though, I've got a bike I think they'd be appropriate for.