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Old 04-06-09, 09:24 PM
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I've yet to get hydraulics, been using BBDBs (Avid's original mechanical ball bearing disc brake) and BB7s for many years now (9 or so). They setup exactly how you want if you take the time to do it right on initial install and experiment a bit with lever adjustments and pad positioning. What brake levers are you going to use? It's nice to have a lever with adjustable leverage for additional tuning options. I'd also recommend a full housing run rather than an interrupted housing run. I have a 185 front/160 rear set up on one bike with quick releases, no problems (but be sure the quick release functions well, a good ol' Shimano internal cam type is my favorite). Fade isn't a problem for me, and I've done some very lengthy downhills with them.
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