Caliper brakes vs. mechanical disc
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I'm not worried about resale. I'm buying used and I'll either run it into the ground or buy at a price point that total loss in value is acceptable.
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Yeah, lay off the ol' coward levers.
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I'm having a hard time believing that. I'm one of those who thinks that you are either a disc brake guy or a rim brake guy. Plus, consumers are usually ''sold'' to one specific brand, meaning that the person who's interested in the used bike you're selling is probably looking for that particular one. Even if it would affect resale value (lets assume that), it would most likely be the absolute least of my worries. Just buy whatever you prefer, ride it hard and enjoy every minute on it & drop of sweat.
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I'm having a hard time believing that. I'm one of those who thinks that you are either a disc brake guy or a rim brake guy. Plus, consumers are usually ''sold'' to one specific brand, meaning that the person who's interested in the used bike you're selling is probably looking for that particular one. Even if it would affect resale value (lets assume that), it would most likely be the absolute least of my worries. Just buy whatever you prefer, ride it hard and enjoy every minute on it & drop of sweat.
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Its been like that since at least 2010, maybe longer. Though by probably 2003, pretty much all new mid to upper level mtbs were disc.
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I am not an engineer but one has to be designed to withstand the jarring impacts mountain biking can impart, have the ability to flex with suspension system, and keep functioning through whatever debris, muck, or dust that can be kicked up off the path. The other (road) has to deal with smooth roads and maybe an occasional pothole, I'd suggest that road hydraulics are a tad more reliable due to the more forgiving terrain and conditions generally encountered.
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This is a very informative discussion. Thanks to all.
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It's true that hose damage is more likely on mountain bikes, but it's not really a huge problem there either. Rear derailleur cable housing is the most common to be damaged.