I hated them because the adjustment dial would loosen slightly over time, and it was almost impossible to set up the caliper without getting rub on the rotor. If you don't actually have issues with the BB5s then keep using them. The cable was long for my dirt jumper but for a DJ that's a good thing.

Notice how in the link it has all these different configurations to choose from? I chose 'Rear-Right-160' because my DJ has a 160 rotor, the brake is in the rear, and I want the lever to be on the right (a la North America).Īll you have to do is attach the caliper to the adaptor (two bolts) and the lever to the handlebar (one bolt). ' Every cyclist has something to teach and something to learn.' Randonneuring (very long-distance cycling)Įmbs's (Fairly) Definitive Guide to Cold Weather Clothingĭoc: Mountain Bike Wide Range Cassette Spreadsheet If you need help choosing a bike, check out u/Bmied31's absolutely amazing Mountain Bike Buying Guide, as well as his equally amazing FAQ. No fundraising, karma-baiting or cryptic post titles. If you want to submit a trail or bike photo instead – your new bike leaning against a tree, or the view from top of the trail, for example – add it to the Weekly Gear Gallery Thread. The general rule is photo and video submissions to /r/mtb should be of people riding mountain bikes. Photos should be of people riding mountain bikes. If you need help choosing a bike, please be sure to tag your post with the WhichBike flair, and include some basic information, like your price range and the type of riding you'll be doing. If you think your post was removed by mistake, use the message the moderators link in the sidebar and include a link to your post. On the other hand, be generous with upvotes. Do not downvote opinions just because you disagree with them.

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