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Disc brake recommendation

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  1. I've bought a Twinsix Standard Rando, which I'll be using for some touring and commuting, and am looking into which disc brakes to buy.

    I'm considering:

    TRP Spyre (mechanical)
    TRP HY - RD (mechanical/hydraulic hybrid)
    Shimano RS505 (hydraulic)

    Obviously the Spyres are the cheapest, but is it worth spending a little more?

    Also, 140mm or 160mm?

    I've got Tektro Lyra's on my current commuter, and find them fairly average.

  2. FWIW ...

    [INDENT]I would opt for the TRP Spyre because I thnk it is the one which is designed to be used with ROAD levers ...

    [INDENT]It should be both easy to set up AND (especially) maintain ...
    [/INDENT]
    BUT, I'm going to say that I think you may want the TRP Spyke which is designed to be used with most mechanical MTB levers which would otherwise typically be used with V-brakes.

    PLEASE NOTE: I could have the particular calipers mismatched with the particular mechanical levers in MY mind & the Spyke may be the one designed for Road levers.[/INDENT]

  3. BTW. I think that if your fork accommodates a 160mm rotor, then that is what you want to use ...

    [INDENT]140mm rotors are probably better suited for the rear ...

    If weight is the issue, then use CENTERLOCK hubs-and-rotors.[/INDENT]

  4. I have TRP Spyre on my gravel grinder. They are quality. Easy to work on. Dual sided caliper is great/smart. Stop on a dime.

  5. The Spyres are easy to install and easy to keep in good order. I have read that the pad adjustment screws back out over time, but I don't use them - I've taken care to centre the calipers carefully and then just use the barrel adjuster as the pads wear. They stop well, but which disc brake doesn't?

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