"Linear Pull/V" or "Cantilever"

BikeyGuy said:

I'm putting together the list.

One questions...
For a loaded touring bike, Rocky mountain decents, which brakes will have more stopping power ?
"Linear Pull/V" or "Cantilever" ?

I honestly don't think it matters ... let your shifters be your guide -- in other words, probably cantilevers ...

FWIW. Regardless, for loaded touring in the Rockies, I think you want one of those Shimano hubs which has a DRUM brake which you will use as a THIRD, drag brake to scrub speed off during descents.

A rear disc brake would be another option for a drag brake if your frame has disc brake mounts.

A v-brake is a cantilever, it is a direct pull cantilever to be exact. You will find that a direct pull canti will have the most stopping power. Search sheldon browns site for real good info.

Thanks !

The V brakes are less likely to interfere with racks and cargo.