Category: Brakes
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Why Wireless Brakes For Cycling Are a Stupid Idea
You know what sounds like a great idea? Taking something as important as brakes – you know, the thing that saves your life when you’re flying downhill at 40 miles per hour – and making it wireless. Yeah, great idea. Let’s make the one part of your bike that’s supposed to keep you alive dependent…
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10 Reasons Why Many Roadies Hate Disc Brakes
You were promised smooth braking. A revolution in control. More power. More confidence. Instead, you got rubbing rotors, endless adjustments, and the sound of your sanity slowly screeching away. Let’s get one thing straight—disc brakes aren’t the worst thing in the world. But they sure aren’t the miracle the marketing guys would have you believe.…
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5 Reasons Why Only Naive Cyclists Hate On Rim Brakes
Rim brakes, brother. It’s a love affair that’s been around for decades. Reliable, simple, and steady like an old dog that doesn’t bark much but is always there when you need it. But somewhere along the way, a group of cyclists decided they didn’t want that steady, reliable presence in their lives anymore. No, they…
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My Thoughts on Dealing with Noisy Disc Brakes
You ever sit there in the saddle, fists white-knuckling the handlebars, and then—screech—your disc brakes start howling like a banshee? It’s not just a nuisance, it’s a damn horror show. You’re just trying to ride, man, not audition for a sound effects gig in a slasher movie. And the worst part? That horrible squeal often…
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When a New Bike Makes More Sense Than Hydraulic Brifters
You’ve got a gravel bike. You’ve got mechanical brakes. You’re thinking about dropping $450 to swap those mechanicals for hydraulic ones. But is it worth it? Or is there something else you could do with that money that might make your ride smoother, faster, and just a hell of a lot more fun? Hydraulic brifters…
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The Idea Behind 160mm Rotors On Road Machines
The road bike. That sleek machine that cuts through the wind like a knife through butter. It’s so fast. And yet the models with disc brakes operate with rotors no bigger than 160mm. Wanna know why? Read on, friend. 1. Weight: The Subtle King of Road Racing Look, cycling’s all about that weight. Every gram…
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Shifter and Brake Cable Lifespan: When To Replace Them
You don’t think about them. You squeeze, you shift, and they obey. Until one day—snap. Now you’re coasting down a hill at 40 km/h with a useless brake lever and a prayer. Or worse, you’re grinding up a climb, trying to shift to the big ring, and—pop—your derailleur cable gives up on life. You do…
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5 Factors Painting The Real Difference Between Rim and Disc Brakes
Rim brakes? Fine. Disc brakes? Pure power. One whispers, the other roars. If you’re cruising along with no cares, rim brakes might be all you need. But if you’re after control, speed, and the ability to tackle anything, you’re gonna want the discs. The difference isn’t just in the stop—it’s in how you stop. But…
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Bedding In New Rotors with Old Pads: Smart Choice or Mistake? (2 points)
New rotors. They look like art. Shiny, perfect, ready for battle. And your old pads? They’re like those worn-out shoes you refuse to throw away. Not pretty, but they still work—kinda. They’ve seen it all, heard it all, and they’re ready to take one more ride. But should you trust them with your new, pristine…
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Roller Brakes Never Had A Chance…
from Rookie’s keyboard, Hello, friends Today, I decided to write a short piece on roller brakes – a somewhat obscure braking system. This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of disc and roller bicycle brakes in relation to one another. Definitions Disc Brakes – hydraulic or cable-operated calipers (jaws in simpler terms) that grab a rotor attached to the hub…