More disk brake in the peleton problems

More disk brake in the peleton problems

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Don1

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Friday 24th February 2017
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Owain Doull says a disk sliced through his shoe. Not good...

Thoughts?

Don1

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Friday 24th February 2017
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I certainly don't understand their reluctance. They haven't let me down thus far - cable or hydro!

Don1

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Sunday 26th February 2017
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R1gtr said:
Lying is just what Team Sky need right now isn't it?
This I feel is very pertinent.

Don1

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Sunday 26th February 2017
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For cobbled classics, sure, why not?

Don1

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Sunday 26th February 2017
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Kawasicki said:
why not for all road races? It would improve control, grip, handling, comfort.
Not sure, maybe, not sure, yes. wink

Seriously though, I can't see how brake dive with suspension can help handling?

Don1

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Wednesday 1st March 2017
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hehe

Don1

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Thursday 2nd March 2017
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I think discussing the drag between different brake set ups is insane. The rider aero will impact far more than brakes. Yes, I know every little helps, but the link attached shows just how little it matters.
http://www.slowtwitch.com/Tech/Disc_and_Rim_Brake_...