Just needed the right excuse and I'm happy to provide it.P!N20 wrote:solmanic wrote:Two words - disc brakes.I was waiting for this. But seriously, the only way for Bugs to relieve the pain is a new bike?ball bearing wrote:Full finger gloves & disc brakes.
Sore hands when braking on long descents
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Re: Sore hands when braking on long descents
Postby solmanic » Fri May 25, 2018 9:58 am
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Re: Sore hands when braking on long descents
Postby BugsBunny » Fri May 25, 2018 12:04 pm
Does anyone know which groupset has the smallest brifter and shortest reach for hydraulic disc brakes? I recall someone mentioning that the DI2 brifters were better for those with smaller hands.
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