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Why are disk brakes not completely round on the outside?
Why are disk brakes not 100% round? Why is the outside edge "rough"?
Here's a pic of what I'm describing:
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Upgrade to disc brakes
I just got an older bike - a Schwinn Paramount Series 7 PGD OS bike. It has 26" wheels.
What is required to convert to disc brakes? Any suggestions on which kit is best to get?
Are there any ...
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Mixed pair of sintered and organic brake pads for disk brakes
I am researching for a new road bike for myself, trying to identify the must-haves from the nice-to-have features.
Disk/Disc brakes are on the must-have list, but the descriptions of brake pads are ...
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Why are disc brakes rare on road bikes? (circa 2010) [closed]
Window shopping for road bikes, I can't see many that have disc brakes. What are the reasons for this?
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