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Disc brakes offer all weather braking there's no doubt. 

If you are yourself riding extensively in Rains especially on Hilly rides/ terrain where you are required to reduce speeds with sharp turns or longer descends spanning kms it makes a difference in fatigue management in your Arms 

Hydraulic brakes offer the best modulation followed by Semi Hydraulic brakes, 

Dual Caliper/ Dual piston mechanical Brakes follow and last by single piston mechanical disc

The difference in pricing is huge. There are many cheap generic/no name Disc brake calipers steer clear from them. 

Groupsets such as Sora/ below don't offer Hydraulic brakes compatibility. The work around with semi hydraulic proves expensive. Rim brakes though preferred require stronger pull on calipers below Shimano 105 groupset brakes from where Dual Calipers starts. 

Today I share my experience with Rc500 on which i had done Half Everesting, 

The version that I do have has brakes from Promax which were used for the longest period of time. Many were not so satisfied with those. Now the new batch of Rc120 disc and Rc500/RC520 lite has transitioned to brakes from Tektro and new disc brake rotors which are improved in quality.

Strava link: https://strava.app.link/xwkLc4cd62b

YouTube short compilation: https://youtu.be/FaeBn-g9-lw?si=hmPIrFJN4l3QEVee

Compared to Rim brakes at this price point the mechanical brakes offer less fatigue on forearms where frequent braking is required. Also barely anyone would upgrade to Shimano 105 brake calipers in a bike with Caliper brakes to feel how strong caliper brakes are. 

Globally people have not been complaining about mechanical brakes as much since it ensures affordability and ease of maintenance. 

So why the hate? 

For full transparent disclosure, I work with Decathon responsible for the Road Cycling Project in Mumbai. Having used this bike for more than 10,000km 

You can reach out to me as I remain available for any help you need. 

Strava: puru khilari

Good evening r/india_cycling,

Enjoy the first ftp test which i recorded and assisted a little bit in a way

https://youtu.be/utWD3H7tq10?si=hTRSNGs3DOxVsPbo

If you are visiting Mumbai or stay close by, Do visit Decathon Rcity, Ghatkopar W to experience Virtual Cycling. Posting the setup video in upcoming days.

I remain available for any Q's. Do not hesitate to DM.

Happy Cycling.

The bike is available with Shimano Sora for ₹54,999

Endurance frame geometry - Frame colour Dark Navy Blue from Rc520 frame

What's changed?

1. Tektro brake calipers from Promax and a change in Disc rotors. The bite power has been improved significantly over the previous - Rc120 disc and this bike share the same brake calipers + rotors now.

2. Frame colour - Black coloured frames are over, The change of frame - Frame colour/chassis of Rc520

this bike is meant to offer a comfortable ride compared to Polygon where first timers beginners struggle at times.

If in Mumbai, The bike is available for viewing at Decathon Rcity. Teammates will help assist ordering it online. Get in touch for any doubts or assistance related to the bike.

Attached are a few photos of the bike and feedback for beginners when it comes to comfort.

The Triban Rc520 shows discontinued now. Frame of it has been alloted for Rc520 lite(2x9 with mechanical disc brakes)

If looking to get a bike with 105 the Van Rysel EDR AF is available which offers a good braking experience in dry weather conditions all thanks to Dual pivot brake calipers technology found on the Shimano 105. Brake calipers below 105 offer not so smooth braking experience compared to dual pivot calipers.

Source: I own the old gen Triban Rc500 and have done a Half Everesting on it. I have braked pretty hard on the bike in a span of 13 hrs. Currently using Van Rysel EDR as primary bike with Upgrades for even better performance aiming for Full Everesting before EOY.

At your service.