Convert Mountain Bike To Drop Bars for Touring/Monster Cross/Gravel Bike
I show how to install dropbar handlebars and integrated brake shifter levers (brifters) on a mountain bike (with 26″ wheels) to build a touring/monster cross/gravel bike. I also change from V-brakes to cantilever brakes for compatibility to the road brakes. And also swap out the mountain front derailleur to a triple road front derailleur. The …Read more »
Install Recessed Mounted Caliper Brakes On Vintage Bike Frame
I show how to install newer style recessed-mounting brakes on older bike frames set up for nutted mount brakes.
Installing Cross/Inline Brake Levers
I show how to install cyclocross/in-line/interrupter brake levers on my DIY homemade cyclocross/gravel bike. These are secondary levers on drop bars that allow the rider easy access to operate the brakes while riding in an upright position, such on rough terrain.
Right Lever Rear Brake/Left Lever Front Brake or Vice Versa – Why?
I have gotten questions/comments about why I connect the right brake lever to the rear brake and the left lever to the front brake. About how in other places the left lever works the rear brake and the right lever operates the front brake. I explain why it is one way in some places, and …Read more »
Replacing Non-Aero Brake Hoods/Cables/Housings On Vintage Road Bike
The original hoods on some Dia Compe non-aero brakes were fried, bumpy and sticking to the brakes. They were starting to disintegrate or decomposing or melt or something. I bought some replacement Cane Creek hoods and install those along with new cables and housings. The bike is a 1981 Trek 412.