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masseymtb
a Weekend Warrior
from dallas, texasDate Reviewed: April 5, 2012
Strengths: NONEWeaknesses: I went through 3 systems!! All crap. The only reason why I went through so many is because it was under warranty so I was hoping I just got a dud and kept reordering. I finally had to give up and buy a completely different brake system, so I went with the shimano slx brakes.Bottom Line: I had a horrible experience three different times with the exact same product. I finally had to buy a completely different brake system. Maybe there was a bad batch of brakes they sent out, I am not sure. I have never posted a review until now, but I have been going back and forth with Avid for 3 months and wanted to warn others about these brakes. They suck.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Similar Products Used: shimano slx brakes
Bike Setup: 2012 Giant Trance X3
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norcorider95
a Downhiller
from London, EnglandDate Reviewed: March 4, 2012
Strengths: Really good modulation on this break, it also looks good and has good power as a front brake, It comes in a range of colors, It is cheap (especially for a big brand) great for the money as well, reliable and has lever adjustment, Top loading pads always a bonus.Weaknesses: Lever is a little chunky for my liking, the lever only has 1 bolt so grips have to come off to get the brake off, Pads use a split pin and not a bolt so a bit fiddly and needs replacing with the pads!Bottom Line: In a nutshell its a brilliant brake, doesn't cost much at all compared to other brakes but is a good deal, not only do you get what you pay for but you get extras including lever adjustments and a rotor with a choice of sizes and many colors to choose from! it is a very solid and strong brake and has taken quite a few beatings, and still looks new. It is well modulated which is rare in budget brakes, It replaced my Juicy 3 and i don't have any second thoughts on doing in, however it may be worth getting the Elixir 3 for an extra $20 as you then get the better lever and the bolt through caliper instead of the split pin system, however if that does not bother you then they have exactly the same power!
If the lever was a little thinner then it would be my ideal brake as it is chunkier than my Elixir R.
However they are hard to self bleed as Sram use a different system to other hydraulics with they're Avid Brakes, and its not particularly heavy for a brake either. I'd recommend this brake mainly to beginner to intermediate Downhillers, beginner to intermediate Freeriders, beginner to intermediate XC and All mountain riders! I would say for expert riders you'd probably aim to go for a higher model or Avid Codes for DH and FR or The juicy Carbons for an expert cross country rider and Elixir R's for all mountain riders!
Hope this helps!
Favorite Trail: 4-2-3 Aston Hill
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At: Chainreactioncycles.
Similar Products Used: Avid Elixir R, Avid Juicy 3.
Bike Setup: Specialized Big Hit FSR 2009 with Avid Elixir 1 (everything upgraded except front wheel and frame)
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