Dia-Compe GC08H Anatomic Road Brake Levers - Brown

Dia-Compe GC08H Brown – classic aero brake levers for the right kind of build

Dia-Compe GC08H brake levers are for riders building a bike where the overall look matters. They work especially well on drop bars with friction shifters, bar-end shifters, single speed setups or other builds where you want separate brake levers instead of modern STI levers.

The Brown version gives your bike a slightly warmer, more classic look than black, especially paired with brown bar tape, silver components or a more vintage-inspired cockpit. It's a small detail, but on the right bike it makes a big difference.

“Aero” here means that the brake cable runs internally through the lever and onward beneath the bar tape. The result is a cleaner cockpit than with older brake levers, where the cable exits from the top of the lever.

We use the GC08H ourselves on builds where we want a pair of simple, stylish and functional brake levers with the right feel. Their ergonomic shape sits naturally in your hand, and they get the job done without overpowering the bike's look.

Choose Dia-Compe GC08H Brown if you're building a single speed, fixed-gear, touring or road bike with friction shifting and want a pair of brake levers that work well and look the part. Sold as a pair, of course.