Originally Posted by
squirtdad
mtb_addict Dude based on your posts in mechanics, you are in china with limited tools, hard to het parts, etc. Forget about an conversion. it is simple even poor calipers will brake better than rod brakes. if you have concern get the bike with caliper brakes and make you life simple
Unfortunately, the bike with the caliper brake is differnt in other aspect. No lugged frame...and no decorative English fork crown. It doesnt inspire me much.
I just found out that, I can buy a pair of brand new aluminum 26x1-3/8 wheel set (front and rear)for less than US$20 here in Taobao.
