How Do You Fix Squeaking Cantilever Brakes?
Cantilever brakes are a type of brake found on many models of bicycles. There are a few varieties of cantilever brakes with differences in the cable placement and brake-arm setup, but overall, cantilever brakes function by clamping down two pads on each side of the wheel rim to stop the tire from spinning. Squeaking cantilever brakes do not necessarily indicate a problem with the brakes or brake wear, but the squeaking itself can be incredibly irritating. Minimizing or eliminating the squeak can be done through a simple adjustment of the pads and cleaning of the tire rims. Step 1 Wipe each side of the wheel rims with a clean rag to clear off dust and dirt. Apply a small amount of oil-free cleaning solution such as rubbing alcohol or a citrus-based cleaner to the rag. Clean each side of each wheel rim with the solution, moving the tire as you go to reach all sections of the rims. Wipe the rims once more to remove excess solution. Step 2 Test the brakes after cleaning the rims to see if
