Originally Posted by
Cnguyen323
I am running about 40-45 PSI so I think I may attempt the ghetto tubeless. I’m pretty novice in the both cycling and mechanic aspects. I ride mostly flat predictable terrain, though I have some interest in taking my gravel bike on some tame flowy trails. I assume hybrid calipers from juin tech would be enough for that sort of thing.
I try to avoid traffic as much as possible. There are some high speed feeders and main suburban roads that I have to cross to get to my typical trails.
I don't know why mechanical brakes wouldn't be just fine and need less maintenance when used on mostly flat terrain and tame flowy trails. I don't see any reason to upgrade until you are riding at a level where you can tell that you need stronger brakes or tubeless tires. Don't fall for the marketing hype designed to make you spend more and more. It's not that the highest end equipment isn't better, it's just that 90% of us don't ride at a level where it will make any difference.