Suntour Self-Energising SE Cantilever Brake - Rear

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I have used these cantilever brakes on my Thorn touring bike for the last 15 years. I am now replacing as they now look tired. They have been used in all weather conditions including salt covered roads and they still work. Getting a new pair before they disappear. It should be noted that they work fine with Shimano sti levers.

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Excellent brakes. Very well made and easy to adjust. Great price for a quality product.

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Not sure the self energising is marketing hype but these definitely work better than the lx I have taken off. Need a bit of fettling to stop.the squeal but can't fault their braking power

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These are very well made, logical and well adapted for correct fitting. In use they are powerful and progressive in their response with the supplied Suntour brake pads. You can if you wish lock up the rear wheel on pavement with a 2.0 tyre!
I'm delighted. An absolute bargain.

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On my mid 80's Nishiki tourer the brake bosses are too close together for most mtb cantis. These brakes fit nicely. I found them easy to mount and the performance is very good. Adequate power even on steel rims. And good looking too. I'm really pleased.

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My Trek 970 had Deore LX canti (identical to current Altus CT91) and it was already very powerful that locked rear wheel so I did not have anything to complain about. However, this Suntour was so cheap so out of curiosity I ordered a pair (one wheel's worth).
It's a little heavier than the LX. The finish is really good and movement smooth. In my case the yoke that came with the LX was perfect match for this Suntour that it did not take time to set it up. The manual is very informative and you can easily achieve the most optimal angle.
Works the same or better than the LX and it easily control and even locks rear wheel. It's an NOS item so the brake pads could be a tad hardened but mine was still as fresh as new. If you want even better braking you can invest in new pads.
I have not tested in wet weather so I cannot comment.

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I just got mine in the Philippines. They look badass on my Chromo SS cyclo-cross. Millennial riders find it weird but the gentlemen in their 40s-50s with decades of cycling experience loved them. Old but Gold.

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Many cyclists mock and hate these obsolete brakes but decided to give em a try.
Excellent Bike shop. No option for cheap shipping ($33 from UK to USA) but shipped super-fast. Excellent customer service.

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These may be old tech, but admirably suited to bringing braking on an '80s canti equipped tourer just about up to an acceptable standard. I like to be able to lock up the back wheel as a last resort (put it down and slide!) and the SE will do that. Buy one while you still can.

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Unfortunately they didn't includes cable hanger

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Great brakes! Easy to set up (if a little quirky, but a great idea really!) Can't fault them on price. Despite these being billed a 'rear only' I've got a pair up front as well on my tourer. Work brilliantly. Buy some now!!

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I wouldn't use these if I could get a 'V brake' on the rear but with my frame and carrier these are the best stopping power I can fit. Not too bad setting up if you follow the instructions carefully but they need resetting once the blocks wear a bit (you can't just adjust the cable and get the same performance). The cable clamp is a weak spot and the thread strips eventually. I drilled straight through and clamped with a suitable nut and bolt which worked fine but not as elegant! Bargain at this price!