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39-49 mm 47-57 mm 55-73 mm 63-75 mm 57-76 mm 74-95 mm

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55-73 mm Reach Calipers (Extra Long Reach)

recessed BRC390

Tektro R556 55-73 mm Reach Dual-Pivot Calipers w/Recessed Nut

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Sold individually - Front (BRC390) or Rear (BRC391)

High quality dual-pivot calipers for older bikes that need a longer reach!

Available in extra long (55-73 mm) reach only.

Aluminum barrel adjusters with rubber O-rings, recessed mount , cam type quick-release.



Tektro R559 Nutted Mount Version Dual-Pivot Calipers

BRC068

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Same as above but with traditional, exposed-nut mounting bolt.

Sold individually. Front or rear.

Has black pad holders.

The R559 has an upgraded quick-release mechanism.

Note: These individual R559s do not include the radius (half-moon) washers. See related items in cart item.

 

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47-57 mm Reach Calipers(Long Reach)



 



Tektro R539 47-57 mm Reach Dual-Pivot Caliper

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Tektro's latest affordable long reach caliper.

These are a super value, high quality with re-fillable cartridge type brake shoes.

Available in long (47-57 mm) reach only.

Aluminum barrel adjusters, recessed mount



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Tektro R539 47-57 mm Reach w/'Old-Style' Nut Mount

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These are the same as the model shown above but feature traditional, exposed-nut mounting.

Great for 27" frame and fork to 700c wheel conversions.

Older frames will not accept modern brakes with recessed nuts.

Note: These individual R559s do not include the radius (half-moon) washers. See related items in cart item.



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39-49 mm Reach Calipers ("Short Reach" used on most Road frames)

Tektro R540 Dual-Pivot Calipers 39-49 mm Reach

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Sold individually

These are a super value, high quality with re-fillable cartridge type brake shoes.

  • Aluminum barrel adjuster
  • Cam-type quick-release
  • Recessed mount
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    63-75 mm Reach Calipers("Extra Long Reach")

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    74-95 mm Reach Calipers("Extra Long Reach")

    (The 74-95mm range fits some old three speed bikes with 26x1-3/8/590 tires. Measure your existing reach to be sure.)
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    Odyssey 1999 Extra Long Reach Caliper Brake

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    Made for BMX applications, these are also an excellent choice for upgrading older 3-speeds or any other type of bike that needs an extra long (74-95 mm!) reach. The calipers are solid and well finished.

    These use external nuts for mounting to the frame/fork. They come with a medium-length centerbolt installed for rear external nut mounting, and the package includes a complete long (front) center bolt assembly as well, so you can set them up for either front or rear use.

    They come with decent BMX-type lever, cable and black housing.

    The stock brake shoes are pretty crummy...for best results, upgrade with Kool Stop salmon, any of the threaded-shaft types, especially the BMX/Mountain model.

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    Sunlite© Extra Long Reach Caliper Brake Set (Front & Rear)

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    Complete front & rear set with traditional brake levers, cable & housing.

    Aluminum caliper in silver color.

    These have a more traditional look for upgrading older 3-speeds or any other type of bike that needs an extra long (75-91 mm!) reach.

    These use external nuts for mounting to the frame/fork.

    NOTE: These brakes fit some, but not all, 3-spd bikes with 26x1-3/8 tires. Be sure to measure the actual reach on your brakes.

    The stock brake shoes are pretty crummy...for best results, upgrade with Kool Stop salmon, any of the threaded-shaft types.

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    Caliper Mounting Hardware

     

    Sheldon Fender Nut Set buy button

    Also available in X-long version for carbon forks.

    Traditional fender hardware has not changed since the days of exposed nuts holding brake calipers to the frame/fork. However, most newer caliper brakes use "recessed mounting." This has required mounting the tab on the front of the fork, which reduces clearance under the fork crown, and also rotates the front fender forward so it provides less protection to your feet (and your drivetrain.)

    The Sheldon Fender Nut permits mounting the front fender tab behind the fork crown where it belongs.

    In addition, the use of Sheldon Fender Nuts permits periodic removal/re-installation of the fenders without disturbing the centering adjustment of your brake calipers.

    Standard 6mm "recessed" brake nut with longer internal threading and extension on the back for a 6mm mounting bolt

    Install brake caliper normally, and mount fender to nut with a 6mm bolt

    Includes a 13mm front brake nut and a 10mm rear brake nut

    A pair of Fender Nuts should fit most steel and Aluminum road frames and forks.

    Sheldon Fender Nut
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    For all of these calipers, if you want the very best possible braking,
    replace the stock brake shoes with Kool Stop "MTB" shoes.

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