It's not the feel of the drops, she likes the drops. Rather its the mechanical leverage she is able to produce braking from the drops. We have tried using Dia Comp levers and down tube shifters which from a braking point of view seemed to work, she couldn't/ didn't feel safe changing gear.
The brake calipers are as fitted by Thorn on their Audax model, I've changed the pads to Koolstop. Rims are Mavic approx 1500 miles ridden , cables are Shimano and are new,carefully cut and squared off and clear of cable.
I was hoping for some form of mechanical intensifier!
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- 3 Sep 2013, 9:50am
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Sti Brakes
- Replies: 36
- Views: 3951
- 2 Sep 2013, 10:27pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Sti Brakes
- Replies: 36
- Views: 3951
Re: Sti Brakes
No Brucey, Thorn changed the bars to straight , as ladies do she has now changed her mind and I've fitted drops and STI's for her. The result a comfortable ride with the draw back of being unhappy with her braking on the hoods. The brake pads are Koolstop, not sure of colour, though described by Spa as suitable for her Mavic Rims.
- 2 Sep 2013, 3:54pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Sti Brakes
- Replies: 36
- Views: 3951
Re: Sti Brakes
Will try that Tatenab, thanks.
- 2 Sep 2013, 3:28pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Sti Brakes
- Replies: 36
- Views: 3951
Re: Sti Brakes
Travel agents appear to be aimed/ designed for canti or VBrakes, not Dual Pivot.
I've tried her with down tube shifters and bar end shifters (bar end shifters catching her knees getting off/stopping).
Both types of changers required junior brake levers which didn't really provide her with the braking she wants from the hoods. The bike is a Thorn Audax, which originally had STI's and drops, which were changed to straight bars by Thorn.
I've tried her with down tube shifters and bar end shifters (bar end shifters catching her knees getting off/stopping).
Both types of changers required junior brake levers which didn't really provide her with the braking she wants from the hoods. The bike is a Thorn Audax, which originally had STI's and drops, which were changed to straight bars by Thorn.
- 2 Sep 2013, 3:14pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Sti Brakes
- Replies: 36
- Views: 3951
Re: Sti Brakes
Thanks everyone, brakes are Shimano Calipers as are STI's. Whilst she can go onto drops, she isn't really comfortable there. Hence her desire for more braking on the hoods.
- 1 Sep 2013, 7:59pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Sti Brakes
- Replies: 36
- Views: 3951
Sti Brakes
Is it possible to increase the braking power of STI brake levers. My partner has small hands and a weak grip, she consequently finds braking especially on the hoods problematic.
- 29 Aug 2013, 7:29pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Mechanical Breakdowns on Tour - Some or None?
- Replies: 32
- Views: 5283
Re: Mechanical Breakdowns on Tour - Some or None?
Not sure I want to tempt providence , however I've been touring for the last ten years or so and have never had a major breakdown of any kind. Punctures yes, worn brake blocks to a degree, nothing of any significance though. Like Simon I travel light. Over the years refining what I carry. Currently everything I need being carried in a Carradice Nelson Longflap and a Carradice Bar Bag. Though that is due to change as the Bar Bag goes and a front carrier is fitted to carry my sleeping bag a mat. The Carradice is mounted to a SQR and supported by Nimrod front rack.
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- 26 Jul 2013, 8:06am
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: 2 or 4 panniers?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1762
Re: 2 or 4 panniers?
Dump the panniers and put your stuff in a Nelson Longflap!
- 3 Jul 2013, 6:03pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Lakeland Mini tour
- Replies: 8
- Views: 750
Re: Lakeland Mini tour
For me head to the Duddon Valley and explore, plenty of places to wild camp, you could go over Walna Scar Road tough ans very rough but doable with care. Camp on the way up fantastic views of the valley, or continue over to Coniston and camp on the way down, views down to Coniston Water. Envious, sadly cann't get to the Lakes for another month or so. But you've given me an idea!
- 25 Jun 2013, 4:56pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Bagman 2 Exped or Bagman 2 Exped QR?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 317
Re: Bagman 2 Exped or Bagman 2 Exped QR?
Getting bag off easily is handy if you need to use the train, or want to take your bag with on the ferry!
- 17 Jun 2013, 3:49pm
- Forum: Does anyone know … ?
- Topic: Wheelbuilders Help
- Replies: 1
- Views: 401
Wheelbuilders Help
Does anyone know of good wheel builder in the Bournemouth Area. I need two wheels built around large flange hubs, rear to accomodate a six speed freewheel. 700 rims preferably.
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
- 14 Jun 2013, 2:27pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Worries onAlpine tour
- Replies: 5
- Views: 540
Re: Worries onAlpine tour
Why worry, carry a bivvy bag and light sleeping bag. If you cannot reach your prebooked hotel and cannot find an alternative, find a piece of dry flat ground out of sight of the road, bivvy and sleeping bag out. Lock your bike and bobs your uncle, a bed for the night. Yes you might get a bit wet, it certainly won't be as warm and dry as a hotel. However you get some rest, you could add a sleeping mat for more warmth and comfort. As for your age, I'm 65 and have met people camping in their 70's. So why worry!
- 12 Jun 2013, 8:26pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Bike shops Lake District, Westmorland, Yorkshire Dales?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 871
Re: Bike shops Lake District, Westmorland, Yorkshire Dales?
Thanks for the correction re Hest Bank / Bolton le Sands
- 12 Jun 2013, 1:03pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Changing trains in UK, do i have to reserve bicycle twice?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 710
Re: Changing trains in UK, do i have to reserve bicycle twic
Go on East Coast Rail, book your tickets, reserve a seat and book your bike space, follow the instruction and pay. Both legs of your journey require bike booking, East Coast are the only ones I'm aware that allow the booking .
- 12 Jun 2013, 12:57pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Bike shops Lake District, Westmorland, Yorkshire Dales?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 871
Re: Bike shops Lake District, Westmorland, Yorkshire Dales?
Try Lakeland Cycles in Hest Bank.