Disc Brake vs V Brake

stever1957

Pedelecer
Jun 9, 2018
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Lake, Isle of Wight
I've never had a bike with a disc brake before, so I know nothing about them or what to expect from them.

I do know that the mechanical (non-hydraulic) disc brake on the front wheel of my new Woosh Big Bear is far, far less efficient than the regular V brake type on the rear wheel. Indeed, when it comes to stopping the bike, the disc brake will only slow it somewhat, whereas the rear V brake does all the stopping.

From a stationary position, it will not lock the front wheel and I can easily push the bike forward.

I have tightened the cable, but am at a loss as to how to further adjust it.

Is this a common sort of thing with disc brakes?
 

Gringo

Esteemed Pedelecer
Jun 18, 2013
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835
Northampton
A handful of brake with a Shimano BR-M315 is enough to lock the front wheel and should only set you back £20 or there abouts. I have them on two bikes ;)
 

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