2016 Roubaix Front Rim Brake Problems

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I have a 2016 Specialized Roubaix and want to use 28 width. I’m ok with the width, it’s the OD of the tire that’s a problem. My current brakes are the standard Axis 1.0 and again, the width is ok but rub on the height.

Does anyone know if there’s a rim brake out there with the clearance I need?

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The lastest shimano brakes might work. They’re sized for bigger tires at least

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Thanks, I’ll look.

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I rode a GK slick 32mm mounted to i9 22mm internal rim (I think that was the ID) with a Shimano 6800 rear brake with no issue.

I had good luck with Tektro brakes as well, 500 series on up, for 28mm tires from Vittoria, Hutchison, and another brand escaping my memory at the moment.

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The early SRAM Rival 22 brakes were designed for wider/taller tires. I’ve used them w/ 32mm tires.

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Thanks I’ll look into those.

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You may have a hard time finding them, what with everything going over to disc.