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Old School Grand Master
that is rather yummy, I do like a pink frame.I really like Spyres, so much so i've just had cable disc brake specific frame made for me.
I like cable discs because i like to ride with cross top levers but i don't like the shape and action of shimano shifters (the only option for hydraulic cross tops apart from those converter gizmos), plus i like the simplicity and adjustability of cable discs.
The downside i have found is that the cross top lever contributes to making the brakes feel a little mushy. I have them set up without the top lever on my tourer and they feel really snappy.
Spyres do need a bit of periodic love to keep them feeling good. Annual clean and grease has kept these calipers going for about seven years.
I am not a lightweight and i do like riding fast. I have not found the Spyres wanting but i would say there is a difference in feel between cable and hydraulics. It bothers some people, but not me.
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realised that my latest build is on Tektro cable pulls, I'll change them at some point but can't say I've had an issue with them, yes have a long lever but definitely stop fine.