New design features from THM
2008-09-11 02:00
Scapula F, the fork with integrated brake
Scapula F, the fork with integrated brake and the Fibula braking system were admired by many visitors to the Eurobike fair.
Like its sister Scapula SP, the Scapula F has an extreme specific lateral rigidity which considerably improves braking behaviour, safety and stability.
The Fibula braking system
The Fibula braking system is an ideal combination of excellent braking properties and light construction based on carbon fibre technology. On the front wheel, brake power is intensified by a unique lever system with 1.5 to 1 ratio ensuring very high brake forces with a low operating force. The reduced ratio on the rear wheel brake gives a favourable distribution of the brake power. This braking system is particularly suitable for carbon rims because the high ratio compensates the lower friction values of the carbon rim flank.
The Fibula brake kit will be available in spring 2009 at a presumable price of € 900.--.
The system will have a weight of approx. 100 g. The light rear wheel brake (approx. 45 g) is an ideal complement to the Scapula F.