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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-11-23, 05:13 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

Maybe I am just too sensitive but there is a...

Maybe I am just too sensitive but there is a massive difference in braking modulation between all of my 4 motor vehicles, when I go from my Land Cruiser to BMW, it can be scary how quick and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-23, 07:24 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

The range of lever travel on rim brakes does vary...

The range of lever travel on rim brakes does vary from Mfg to Mfg, but they are noticeably longer than on my HRD brakes. And, they offer less clamping force. So the force/mm of travel is much...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-23, 06:35 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

Bite point is merely an offset, it has no effect...

Bite point is merely an offset, it has no effect on the lever throw/clamping force relationship.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-23, 06:32 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

I assume you did not read what I wrote WRT...

I assume you did not read what I wrote WRT sensitivity.

If I move brake lever A 25 mm and generate 2x clamping force and Brake lever B moved 50 mm generates x clamping force, the sensitivity of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-23, 06:25 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

The very first time I rode my new HRD disc braked...

The very first time I rode my new HRD disc braked bike on a STRAVA segment that I have ridden a million times, I set a PB. It has several technical descents that you enter at high speed. I doubt...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-23, 06:12 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

Even Sheldon Brown's site says disc brakes can be...

Even Sheldon Brown's site says disc brakes can be grabby.

Why so much faster to stop? 1) 55 km/h is about 15 m/sec. 2) Rim brakes lack the immediacy of hydraulic disc brakes. 3) There is also...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-23, 05:50 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

Come ride my bike? SRAM AXS Red HRD brakes. ...

Come ride my bike?

SRAM AXS Red HRD brakes.

The initial grab is very high compared to rim brakes. Let's say you want to feather the brakes going into a bumpy corner, it takes some thought and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-23, 05:42 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

GCN rim vs disc test mirrors my experience. ...

GCN rim vs disc test mirrors my experience.

I don't really care for the lack of modulation compared to rim brakes and do have to think when apply them especially when going fast on bumpy roads. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

You have added nothing but distraction to this...

You have added nothing but distraction to this thread. No anger, just letting you know your antics are annoying.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

How about reading my whole post? We get your...

How about reading my whole post?

We get your ill-informed perspective, now move on. In other words, stop with your drivel
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-23, 08:38 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

Your opinion is fixed and therefore immutable. ...

Your opinion is fixed and therefore immutable. So, you cannot possibly engage in an honest discussion. Just state your opinion and move on rather than hog the convo
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-31-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

Not to disrump the discussion but I have couple...

Not to disrump the discussion but I have couple questions WRT SRAM AXS HRD brakes. I just got the bike in late November and only have about 1040 miles on it. How do I know if they need bled already?...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-23, 08:00 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

I'll try the Avid metal pads next. Thank you. ...

I'll try the Avid metal pads next. Thank you. Everywhere I read says pads are cheap but my replacements were $30 and if they only last 1,000 miles and if I ride 10,000 miles this year, that is $300...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-23, 06:56 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

Any specifics? New bike with Sram Red HRD, I...

Any specifics?

New bike with Sram Red HRD, I am ready to replace with the factory SRAM part but no idea if they are metallic or organic. Stopping in the rain is critical
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-23, 06:43 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

I replace brake cables about every 15,000 miles...

I replace brake cables about every 15,000 miles and housing about every 30,000 miles. Yearly on the cables and insanely bi-yearly on the housing. Rim pads twice per year

What is insane is the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-29-23, 12:28 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

I believe Pinarello riders have had the option...

I believe Pinarello riders have had the option but no other team. Maybe 1-2 riders overall not using disc brakes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-29-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 8,238
Posted By GhostRider62

I have mechanical disc brakes on a mountain bike...

I have mechanical disc brakes on a mountain bike for many years, I like them. They stop quickly and modulate well.

I recently got a new bike with SRAM Red Axs and hydraulic brakes. I am not in...
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