Dave Yates 631

Picked up this frame on here a few months back. Finally started the build so thought I would share progress.

Krj contacted Yates when she originally picked up the frame from Ebay. All they were able to share was that the frame was built in 2016.

Parts sourced so far include:

XT T780 hubs laced to condor (32h) supremacy rims.
GP conti 4000s 28mm
105 5700 10spd; shifts f&r mechs
5700 cassette 11-32
Ritchey classic drop bars
BLB stem

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Having an issue with the brake reach. Front reach is 60mm and rear is 55mm.
I had intended to use 105 r7000 calipers but these obviously will be too short.

Does anyone have any thoughts on why the frame would be designed to only accommodate a longer reach caliper?

My thoughts are
1) for more tyre clearance?
2) is it designed to use a center pull brake?

Also any suggestions on brake options with this in mind would be appreciated

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Looks like this was built for light touring, so suspect clearance was for guards (especially as the rear bridge has the threaded hole underneath for fixing plus you've got rack bosses)?
I wish my DY had that fork clearance, can only get 25's in comfort with SKS'
Get some Tektro's? - https://www.veloduo.co.uk/collections/brakes-levers/products/tektro-r559-long-reach-caliper-brakes-recessed-mount
Lovely frame thou!

Tyre clearance and mudguard clearance. There are some decent mid and long drop brakes available by Tektro/TRP, Shimano, and Velo Orange Grand Cru are spoken of very highly if they would fit and have the right reach.

I wonder if you're slightly off with the measurement at the front? It's more likely to be made with a 57mm brake in mind?

I have some Shimano Br450s if you're local (East London) and want to try a 57mm drop brake.

Intended for mudguard clearance. I suggest using Shimano BR-R650 (as I did on my similar Yates bike). For price:performance, nothing comes close. I'd also suggest putting guards on. A wet arse is no way to have fun.

I have the Shimano BR-R650's on my audax bike and they're much better than the Tektro deep dropsso second what @HarmanMogul says. The Shimano BR-R450's are the same design but lower quality finish, so same brakes less bling.

A wet arse is no way to have fun.

That sort of depends on what you're doing:)

Thanks for everyones input on the brakes...I got the reach measured at my LBS and @TheShipwright you're correct. It's 57mm at both front at back. I will try and source a pair of BR-R650s. Spa cycles in harrogate looks to have some but I will phone to double check as demand is obviously crazy right now!