Cable disc brakes?
 

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Any pointers on cable disc brakes, looking at Avid ball bearing 5, or 7's. Just after a cheap set for my winter hack bike but its a disc specific frame. Any problems with these? any other recommendations?

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Posted : 24/01/2010 2:20 pm
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I find them a fiddle so am getting rid of the BB5s on Mrs TJs commuter. want the set? jeremy.pascoeATbtinternetDotcom


 
Posted : 24/01/2010 2:22 pm
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BB7s are worth paying the extra for as they are easier to adjust. Don't be thinking they're rubbish because they're not hydraulic btw.


 
Posted : 24/01/2010 2:23 pm
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set up properly they are good. Used twice on holiday hire bikes. Managed 3 days in Sierra Nevada and 6 in Andalucia mountains.
Therefore should be OK here I would have thought. One set Shimano(?) and 1 Clarks
Wifes Myka has them fitted and seem to work fine.


 
Posted : 24/01/2010 2:26 pm
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they're about the only cable disc worth a look, but don't dismiss hydros, CRC or wiggle always have cheapies on sale, and Shimano Deore are easy to look after and are still better than cable.


 
Posted : 24/01/2010 2:26 pm
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BB7's on my 456 and they are a doddle to set up and are very powerful. I have had all sorts of hydraulic brakes but these seem to be the most progressive when being applied.


 
Posted : 24/01/2010 2:27 pm

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