Dia-Compe 806 Caliper Brake 57-75 mm Drop - Black

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I've bought these brakes on a number of ocassions for lots of different bikes and they are excellent. They are great for anyone looking to convert to new 700c wheels on old steel frames and are one of the few new brake systems which fit well on old forks and rear brake bridges. The braking power compared to older brakes is also considerably better and they are rugged bits of kit, able to take a beating day on day without losing performance. On top of all this, they are easy to fit and can be fitted and adjusted in five minutes. Another great Dia Compe product!

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I bought this to fit to a Likeabike Jumper. It has just enough reach (pads are at the end of the slots) and plenty of clearance to get around a 2 inch tyre on a narrow rim. The return spring is quite stiff for little hands, but it fits perfectly, works as it should and looks great

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I've used these front and rear on a 1987 stainless steel dahon classic. I got them for two reasons, firstly because they are very deep drop, and secondly, because being side pull they tidied up the over complicated cabling from the old centre pull brakes (it's a folder after all). I immediately replaced the blocks with good quality cartridges, so i can't comment on the original set. With that upgrade in mind, i'm really happy with them.

Good to be able to get long reach brakes for reasonable price, and as others have mentioned nut mounting is good for older frames.

Found it difficult to align one of the pads however, so I replaced them with another set.

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Excellent, works perfectly and has got the wife back out on her bike. Other shops were asking £50+ for calipers with this reach. Great item thanks

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Excellent brake caliper for the money. Light and powerful. Has enough reach and nut mounting to suit an old frame.