[python] Re: rear brake
- From: Dirk Steuwer <dirk@xxxxxxxxxx>
- To: python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Sun, 4 May 2008 18:18:59 +0200
Hi Dirk,
Anywhere where you can reduce the leaver. i.e. with the old cantilever type
brakes. There is one cable across (lever to lever)and another connected to
the middle of the cross cable with a triangle. If you use a very long
lever-to-lever cable, the angle becomes worse and the force is greatly
reduced and adjustable!
Also, never V-brakes have dampers installed that create a smoother brake
feeling instead of a sharp brake point. However, i prefer the latter and have
more feeling in my fingers.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but i think because of the V-brake levers being
longer, the handle has a worse lever and the newer handles are anyway
designed for two finger operation. So one of these newer handles matched with
old type brakes should reduce brake force.
Also the old cantilever brakes allow the brake pads to be adjustable in
height. If you can vary the mounting points on your frame, you could adjust
the pads to sit on the highest position in the lever and then weld the
moutingpoint of the lever somewhat more towards the axle.
Regards,
DirkS
Am Samstag 03 Mai 2008 21:10:16 schrieb dirk.bonne@xxxxxxx:
> Hi Listies,
>
> A few weeks ago I installed a second brake on my bike - a rear brake (up
> to that point I only rode with 1 (front) brake). Unfortunately, since
> the weight is so low on the rear wheel, I have had it locking up several
> times now, and last weekend on a longer tour, I even fell of the bike
> because of it. I find the rear brake positively dangerous, but still I
> would like to have a second brake in case the front cable breaks.
>
> I am considering what to do, up to now I came up with cutting the brake
> handle shorter, so I wouldn't be able to apply any force. Maybe other
> riders have better ideas?
>
> Dirk
>
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