There are a limited number of places on handlebars to have cable-operated brake and shift levers, the tubular ends of handlebars being one of such places. Remember barcons? The trouble with them on the ends of handlebars was in having one's knees inadvertently bump them and shift the gearing. Yet inverse brake levers rarely have such knee-bump troubles and can be used with most but not all rim brakes, not V- and not linear pull brakes requiring a longer cable pull, and can be used with most standard pull, cable operated disc brakes.

Inverse brake levers are a welcome match to VO Porteur handlebars which have such a short length grip area. Yes, these work very well.

Just be sure to get the diameter size needed to fit your handlebars.

I am building two of the Generation 5 Polyvalent Diamond framesets, a 'small' in Green and a 'medium' in Metallic Glacier, and would mention their having at least two noteworthy features.

One, these framesets have a very low front fork trail, great for sharp maneuvering city bikes, gravel bikes, and carrying heavy cargo loads over a bike's front wheel, In France long ago, this type of bike was known to carry 100-lb loads of city-delivery newspapers over its front wheel, although those bikes were extra-reinforced for strength. Velo Orange also offers the best front rack for these bikes, the Porteur Rack and I have two of them, although other front racks are available. Sure, these bikes can also carry and have mounts for rear racks, too.

Two, the genius of these bikes is in their blending of old and new, the framesets having a multitude of long familiar mounts and braze-ons, yet their modernity now includes provisions for thru-axle hubs and disc brakes. These are my first bikes with disc brakes.

Get one of these while available!

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Easy enough to install. Generous length, I was able to have enough left in case I need to replace a liner or cover. Paired with the VO levers these make a nice vintage looking brake.

For the price these are great. Once they're mounted they feel solid and firm. I really like the hidden fastener.

Firm foam grips really give the look I was going for. I was able to install them dry.

Perfect sweep for my mini velo build. Nice polished finish with the Velo Orange logo incorporated. Feels very strong, I have no worries about standing up to pedal.

Sold my Paul Klampers immediately. The lever feel is much better than Klampers’.

Classic flat pedals. :)

I have these on two bikes with swept back handlebars: a 2x8 and a 3x10. Nitto Albatross and VO Granola Bars respectively. Both work great to convert Shimano bar end shifters for thumb use. I appreciate that they are hinged, come with shims, and have cable adjustment built in.

The level of comfort this saddle provides is far above the price it's sold for. Great shape and padding, and as a bonus it's super easy to clean/wipe down before or after a ride. Bravo!

I just purchased the touring saddle so obviously this is a short term review. I have been riding leather saddles for 30 years, I currently have a Brooks on 2 of my bikes and love them. I figured I would try this saddle since it is a little more affordable and I’m jazzing up a bike I have and thought it would look cool with a leather saddle. I don’t think I’m exaggerating in saying when I pulled it out of the box I was shocked at how gorgeous it is. Stunningly beautiful saddle with incredible craftsmanship, I can tell the leather is a little thicker than the Brooks newer saddles which means it will take a little longer to break in but will last for many years to come. Awesome product!

Wonderful. It works great on my Middle tube. Super solid and low profile

The Postino bar is a good fit, giving me a better hand placement than the original bar. It’s the same length as the original, fits all my controls for a 3x7 drive train. Very high quality. I would definitely recommend.

I use hydraulic disc brakes on long tours. In case something goes awry, I carry around a backup mechanical disc brake caliper, lever, cable and housing. I create two sections of housing split by this double ended housing ferrule: One long enough for the front, and the other one long enough to reach the rear with the front using this ferrule. I don't have to think about cutting the housing in the field but have two lengths in one.