Thread: How are short reach brakes different from long reach?
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Old 05-13-07, 02:47 AM
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Long reach brakes allow fatter tires (up to 35-40mm on some bikes) and/or fenders.
Short reach brakes are stiffer and generally have better performance, but you are forced to use 25mm or narrower tires and special short fenders like SKS Race Blade.
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