Long reach brakes.

Posted on Tue 20th, August 2013

• #1

5awyr

Right, I'm probably being stupid, but.

I'm building an old Holdsworth road frame (very bloody slowly) and I've come to a sticking point with brakes- the rear brake bridge is too far from the rim for the brakes to contact (not sure by how much, can measure tomorrow) even with 57mm long drop brakes.

Am I missing a trick or is my only option the homemade drop bolt Sheldon suggests?
• #2

1_n

Is the frame designed for 27" or 700c wheels.
The difference is about 6mm on the reach to the brake calipers.
• #3

5awyr

I assumed it was 700c, which is what I'm running. I have no actual evidence however.

Incidentally, the front fits- just.
• #4

Nicw

alhonga brakes from spa cycles have a longer reach, you could try those
• #5

5awyr

Ah, that looks more like it!

Actually, the Tektro R365s Spa have look spot on. Will double check drop before purchase but thanks!
• #6

yoav

If its an old English frame then the chances are that is was built for 27".
• #7

ayu786

try some dia compe brs202 calipers, think they have a reach from around 57 to 75

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