Originally Posted by
Jolt
How complicated are they really in terms of maintenance? That's my main area of concern.
Hydraulic brakes have still got some wrinkles to be ironed out, but mechanical discs are great. I'd say maintenance is a lot less/easier than with any form of rim brakes. I have Avid BB7s on my Enigma and am looking to swap out forks on my Surly Cross Checks to have discs on the front at least. With the exception of my vintage mixte, I'd have discs on all my bikes if I could.
Rebecca
Riley - custom 2014 Enigma Etape
Bridget - 2010 Surly Cross Check
Lorelei - 1979 Puch Princess mixte
Astrid - 2014 Viking Bromley singlespeed mixte
Lucy - bespoke 2012 Brompton S1L
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