But for commuter and serious enthusiasts like me. I welcome disc brakes. For the reason being that I use expensive wheels and with the absence of calliper brakes grinding metal or carbon off the rims. I can prolong the life of the rims all through my cycling life. Without ever replacing the rims.
I definitely think disc brakes are more relevant to the commuter however the extra cost and labour associated with disc brakes is determining factor when choosing between a rim or disc option.
Personally unless the the rotor itself somehow manages to break away from the hub and turning into a flying shuriken I don't see disc brakes being a safety risk in pro peloton.
Pro riders will have differing opinions.
ReplyDeleteBut for commuter and serious enthusiasts like me. I welcome disc brakes. For the reason being that I use expensive wheels and with the absence of calliper brakes grinding metal or carbon off the rims. I can prolong the life of the rims all through my cycling life. Without ever replacing the rims.
I definitely think disc brakes are more relevant to the commuter however the extra cost and labour associated with disc brakes is determining factor when choosing between a rim or disc option.
DeleteIn a pro peloton, I wonder about the safety of the exposed discs in a bunch crash.
ReplyDeletePersonally unless the the rotor itself somehow manages to break away from the hub and turning into a flying shuriken I don't see disc brakes being a safety risk in pro peloton.
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