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Is there any reason to use an EBB (Eccentric Bottom Bracket) with linear-pull brakes?

April 26, 2017bracket brakes ebb eccentric linear-pull

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Is there any reason to use an EBB (Eccentric Bottom Bracket) with linear-pull brakes?

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Yes, although it isn’t frequently done. The primary benefit in using this setup is that the (potential) need to realign the brake pads after tensioning the chain is eliminated. Some people prefer the clean look of the Eccentric Bottom Bracket (EBB) over track fork ends, as well.