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Gear
on Aug 30, 2019
SRAM Guide RE Brakes: More Power for Less $$
by samjames2018
For the price, I'd highly recommend the Guide RE as a budget gravity brake, and if it's specced on a...
Opinion
on Jun 9, 2019
Sunday Survey: What Is the Most Important Mountain Bike Component For Your Riding?
by Brian Gerow
If all but one of the bits that are bolted to your frame were relegated back to 1990 technology, which...
Forum
on Apr 2, 2019
Shimano Brakes Howling
started by polishfly
Last reply on Apr 2, 2019
Hey guys, I have Shimano brakes and rotors on my XC bike and for a while now I have been...
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Gear
on Feb 27, 2019
Review: Magura MT7 Pros Bring Semi-Truck Stopping Power to Trail Bikes
by Matt Miller
Magura brakes are different in nearly every way from SRAM or Shimano. Does that help or hurt them?
Gear
on Feb 8, 2019
Review: Shimano XT M8020 Four-Piston Mountain Bike Brakes Add Stopping Power to Popular M8000s
by Brian Gerow
Shimano now offers a four-piston version of their venerable XT brakes. Singletracks puts them to the test, and explains how...
Videos
on Jan 9, 2019
Watch: How Does Mountain Bike Brake Bleeding Work?
by Seth's Bike Hacks
This video to help mountain bikers understand the fundamentals of a hydraulic disc brake bleed.
Repair
on Jan 4, 2019
How to Set Up, Troubleshoot, and Tune Bike Disc Brakes - A Comprehensive Guide
by Brian Gerow
A comprehensive guide to troubleshooting, tuning, and repairing hydraulic mountain bike disc brakes.
Gear
on Oct 29, 2018
Review: Shimano MT520 Brakes are an Affordable 4-Piston Option for Enduro
by samjames2018
Designed for the e-mtb market, the MT520 is a new entry-level 4-piston brake from Shimano that does more than it...
Gear
on Sep 21, 2018
Wireless Dropper Post Remote from Magura Plus 125th Anniversary Brakes
by Jeff Barber
The Magura Vyron eLect is a wireless mountain bike dropper post that solves some problems for some riders. Magura celebrates...
Gear
on Jul 19, 2018
New Maxima Brake From Trickstuff Claims World's Most Powerful
by Brian Gerow
The new Trickstuff Maxima is said to be the strongest mountain bike brake on the market.
Forum
on Jun 28, 2017
Shimano m315 brake pads
started by Clayton Fox
Last reply on Jun 28, 2017
Can anyone tell me what pads B01S or G01S or others will work with my shimano m315 hydraulic brakes? It's...
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Gear
on Apr 2, 2017
Watch: How To Get More Power From Your Brakes
by Video Share
Do your brakes lack stopping power? Do you find yourself braking early or not committing to corners because you're worried......
Forum
on Apr 26, 2016
Disc or Rim Brakes?
started by DayInTheLife
Last reply on Apr 26, 2016
I have rim brakes and they do me just fine except they seem to last only a few years, I...
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Forum
on Sep 30, 2015
Massively Massive Quick Release/Disc Brake Recall
started by Jeff Barber
Last reply on Sep 30, 2015
Just read about a massive recall involving 1.3M bikes produced since 1998 from 17 different manufacturers. Basically it sounds like...
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Repair
on Jul 22, 2015
Video: How To Check Disc Brakes - MTB Pro Tips
by Global Mountain Bike Net
This video shows you how to give your Disc Brakes a check to keep them running sweet.
Gear
on Oct 20, 2014
Review: FSA Afterburner Hydraulic Disc Brakes
by Jeff Barber
FSA is a familiar name when it comes to components like stems and cranksets, but this year the company is......
Repair
on Mar 6, 2013
How to Replace Disc Brake Pads
by Julie Hughey
To replace your disc brake pads you'll need a pair of needle-nose pliers, a clean dry cloth, some rubbing alcohol,......
Gear
on Feb 7, 2013
How to Choose the Best Mountain Bike Brakes, a Buyer's Guide
by Jeff Barber
Choosing the right brakes for your mountain bike is a piece of cake--if you know what to look for. If......
Forum
on Jul 28, 2012
Disc Brakes sticking
started by PSIME84
Last reply on Jul 28, 2012
Ok, I'm no bike mechanic but I am mechanically inclined. I understand that when your brakes get tight you need...
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Gear
on Aug 18, 2011
Hayes Prime Hydraulic Disc Brake Review
by Syd Patricio
At Interbike last year I previewed the technology behind the Hayes Prime brakes, particularly the virtues of the poppet cam......
Gear
on Apr 19, 2011
Ashima PCB "Pancake" Disc Brake Review
by Luke_E
Front caliper with trick ano-crossover tube; no piston in sight Let me start this off with a confession: I'm horrible......
Gear
on Sep 26, 2009
2010 Formula Brake Offerings
by Syd Patricio
While walking around Interbike I had to swing by Formula Brake and chat with Christoph Vogl about this year's line......
Downhill
on Feb 20, 2009
Hayes Stroker Ace Disc Brakes Review
by Syd Patricio
For those who like to ride fast down a steep downhill or if you live life on the edge waiting......
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