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Culprit

Disc brakes v rim brakes: which are more aero?

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Aerodynamics: Discs v rim brake
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Culprit Cruz Blade wind tunnel

Disc brakes are probably the hottest topic of debate in the world of road bike technology right now, SRAM and TRP having recently revealed new designs with other major manufacturers being rumoured to be about to join them. Another big development in the road bike market over the past few years has been an increased concentration on aerodynamics.

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