Q: Is the Kevlar™ in your Ripcord brake housing just a gimmick?
A: No, the Kevlar™ serves a very specific purpose in the construction of the Ripcord brake housing. The Ripcord brake housing uses linear wire strands, similar to derailleur housing. This construction while compression-free cannot withstand braking forces over time unless it is reinforced. Hundreds of Kevlar™ strands are braided around the housing to reinforce the linear strands, which allows the housing to be compression-free and safe for braking uses.
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