Originally Posted by
AWillZ
Not trying to be talked out of it, but trying to understand the why the whole road bike world is going disc. For the majority of riders I don't see the benefit as it relates to cost and weight unless you are riding or racing in the rain or riding poorly designed carbon rims.
Also agree that disc are high maintenance...I spend more time on the brakes on my Mtn bike than the rest combined
High maintenance? I replace the pads when worn, takes maybe 5 minutes for both. Shimano hydros, avids or such. What kind are you using?