Author Topic: Skinny rims = what brake caliper ? (Read 2983 times)

CustardLips · « **on:** August 21, 2014, 03:05 AM »

What caliper do I need for a skinny rim build ?

Thanks.

dinglem · « **Reply #1 on:** August 21, 2014, 06:57 AM »

I asked the very same question to a few people when I started my WHEELS build and was told it was very much about trial and error and that i would have to get the bike pretty much built up before being able to measure and try a few combinations. It seems to vary a lot and depends on the brake bridge design (i'm assuming you're talking about rear brakes...?) and also how the rear wheel is located in the dropout once chained up. It's all pretty close so you might have to think outside of the box a little with your caliper choice. I am sure a few of the more seasoned RAD guys will be along shortly to give their suggestions (and i will be watching with interest too...)

stidds · « **Reply #2 on:** August 21, 2014, 08:01 AM »

You need to be looking at short reach calipers, used on racing bikes etc.

Something along the lines of a Dia-compe 450 (39-49mm reach) or 500 (43-57mm). There are loads of choice, as you can use Campagnolo, DC, Shimano, Suntour etc etc.

CustardLips · « **Reply #3 on:** August 21, 2014, 07:35 PM »

Cheers chaps.

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #4 on:** August 21, 2014, 07:43 PM »

I had a 500 on my Robbo Jnr on 3/8ths

CustardLips · « **Reply #5 on:** August 21, 2014, 07:50 PM »

Quote from: That Swan Guy on August 21, 2014, 07:43 PM

I had a 500 on my Robbo Jnr on 3/8ths

Do they still work just as shit as big boys calipers ?

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #6 on:** August 21, 2014, 07:55 PM »

Quote from: CustardLips on August 21, 2014, 07:50 PM

Quote from: That Swan Guy on August 21, 2014, 07:43 PM
I had a 500 on my Robbo Jnr on 3/8ths
Do they still work just as shit as big boys calipers ?

It stopped Monty careering through Wigan Ok

rodriguez · « **Reply #7 on:** August 21, 2014, 08:27 PM »

Weimann 710 or 650 centre pull calipers.

CustardLips · « **Reply #8 on:** August 22, 2014, 08:02 AM »

Thanks again fella's.

Jaan · « **Reply #9 on:** August 22, 2014, 09:36 AM »

Sawzall's got a box full of short reach Weinmanns, I put one on a Short Standard.

hokuspokus74 · « **Reply #10 on:** August 22, 2014, 10:00 AM »

Ones that work would be good

, i had dia compe ones there and sold them,but i might have maybe still one or two about,i'll take a look for ya if its any good to ya and send ya pics once i find them

Twesnik · « **Reply #11 on:** August 25, 2014, 08:07 PM »

Weinnman....

CustardLips · « **Reply #12 on:** August 27, 2014, 09:53 PM »

Thanks again chaps.

RRPrider · « **Reply #13 on:** August 28, 2014, 11:51 PM »

I used Dia Compe 730 calipers on my Robinson Pro with 13/8 rims.
Measure from the hole in the brake bridge to the rim and check to see what is compatible on this chart.

nosepickben · « **Reply #14 on:** August 29, 2014, 12:41 AM »

Good chart. I like how the title of it implies you would be choosing a rim based on what brake you have, rather than the other way round!

Hmoon27 · « **Reply #15 on:** September 10, 2014, 09:52 PM »

I've got a few Nick. Away at the mo, I'll look when I'm back if you still need

CustardLips · « **Reply #16 on:** September 15, 2014, 07:08 PM »

Quote from: Hmoon27 on September 10, 2014, 09:52 PM

I've got a few Nick. Away at the mo, I'll look when I'm back if you still need

Nice one Mark.

Don't need one at the minute... was just asking the question mate.

bmxband1t77 · « **Reply #17 on:** September 16, 2014, 05:30 AM »

How about something like this?

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Twesnik · « **Reply #18 on:** September 16, 2014, 07:18 AM »

Quote from: bmxband1t77 on September 16, 2014, 05:30 AM

How about something like this?

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Pitbull-1 = too big.
Dia Compe Centre-Pull also.....
Almost all road-Bike Brakes,fit Mini's!

bmxband1t77 · « **Reply #19 on:** September 16, 2014, 07:23 AM »

Oh, that race inc one was running skinny wheels tho?
Sorry if it's wrong.

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CustardLips · « **Reply #20 on:** September 16, 2014, 08:03 AM »

Quote from: Twesnik on September 16, 2014, 07:18 AM

Quote from: bmxband1t77 on September 16, 2014, 05:30 AM
How about something like this?

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Pitbull-1 = too big.
Dia Compe Centre-Pull also.....
Almost all road-Bike Brakes,fit Mini's!

I think he's right there Arno... looks like a mini Pitbull on skinnies.

It's deffo not a Pitbull 1 or 2.

bmxband1t77 · « **Reply #21 on:** September 16, 2014, 08:08 AM »

Yep that gorgeous race inc junior was on skinnies. More shots on 'pavement porn' if you need to be sure.
Thanks hope it helps?

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bmxband1t77 · « **Reply #22 on:** September 16, 2014, 08:08 AM »

Yep that gorgeous race inc junior was on skinnies. More shots on 'pavement porn' if you need to be sure.
Thanks hope it helps?

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CustardLips · « **Reply #23 on:** September 16, 2014, 09:11 AM »

Quote from: bmxband1t77 on September 16, 2014, 08:08 AM

Yep that gorgeous race inc junior was on skinnies. More shots on 'pavement porn' if you need to be sure.
Thanks hope it helps?

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You wanna get off Tapatalk mate... every post you make comes up twice.

bmxband1t77 · « **Reply #24 on:** September 16, 2014, 09:38 AM »

I've got a support call about this. Is there anything else I can use on my apple alien tech device?

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Author Topic: Skinny rims = what brake caliper ? (Read 2983 times)

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