Rear brake is placed on the chainstays - removing the brakes from seat stays reduces wind drag.
Seat stays are not starined with brake´s force - thye can be designed much more thinner, which saves weight and increases riding comfort.
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Superior Road Team Issue 2014
Carbon road bicycle issued for season 2014. Rear brake is hidden below the bottom bracket - main advantage is wind drag and weigth reduction and increased riding comfort and smoother look.
