I've got a Vassago Fisticuff for gravel and touring. I'm using cantilever brakes and the cable hanger replaces a headset spacer. That places it very close to the stem and creates a tighter bend than I'd prefer. I can't think of anything that could reduce that bend other than going to linear pull or disc brakes. Any suggestions that I may be overlooking?
You just need a cable hanger with a deeper stop drop than the one you're using. There's so many out there all you have to do is look around. One example
I have a 35mm drop already and the lowest I can find is the Tektro 40mm drop. I'm not sure that extra 5mm would give me the extra clearance I'd like. I've been thinking about modifying a linear pull noodle to fit in the area.
Well the brake issue took a little change last night. My wife pointed out that she never got me anything for my birthday. Now I've got a set of TRP Spyres on the way. Problem solved!
