stupid question re. v-brake noodle

[clownfish]

in a rare moment of generosity I've offered to fit some v-brakes to a friend's bike.



I'd forgotten it's a 'ladies' stepthrough with dropped top tube cable routing, emerging some way below the rear brake position. Is there any reason why I shouldn't use a standard 90deg noodle mounted upside down?

Other than making sure it clears the brake arm when 'quick-releasing', I can't see why not, I just don't remember ever seeing it done...


:?: :?:

 

[clownfish]

hmm if it was a good idea I guess they wouldn't have done this:

I can't find an example where the noodle is positioned well below the horizontal. I guess I'll just follow suit and use an extra six inches of cable...

:?

 

[feetabix]

The angle of noodle approach isn't important, so long as it seats properly.....

 

[gtRTSdh]

You'll probably have to copy the picture as the noodle won't fit in it's holder pointing towards the ground. Unless you custom form one of course, but then I'd start with the longer 135 degree version.

 

[Rampage]

Would a noodle with an Avid Rollermajig work?

 

[gtRTSdh]

yes probably, worth a go I'd say.

 

[JohnH]

Don't forget that you can get flexible noodles which might give you a bit of 'wiggle room'...