Avid Elixir 7 Disc Brake System

2/5 (9 Reviews)
MSRP : $188.00


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Product Description

Outfitted with the latest and greatest trickle-down from the Elixir 9s, the Avid Elxir 7 Disc Brake will confidently handle all your stopping duties. Next-gen TaperBore technology provides solid, consistent lever feel and modulation, and saves weight over traditional reservoir systems.MatchMaker compatibility helps you keep your bars cleanLever pivots are placed to offer you the most power and comfort with minimal effortHS1 rotors dump heat and provide smooth, predictable braking


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Reviews 1 - 9 (9 Reviews Total)

User Reviews

Overall Rating:2
Value Rating:1
Submitted by psuthe

Date Reviewed: March 9, 2013

Strengths:    none

Weaknesses:    They came default on a new bike and I knew the reviews were bad, but I thought I would give them a go before swapping them for XT-785s. These brakes were howlers from the first ride with average braking power and no modulation. Basically, they are complete garbage - especially when considering they cost as much or more than the XT-785s.

Bottom Line:   
Garbage

Overall Rating:2
Value Rating:3
Submitted by jparman a Cross Country Rider

Date Reviewed: January 23, 2013

Strengths:    Like the feel of the carbon levers, like the reach adjustment. Bleed is still relatively easy to do and you don't have to do it as often. Very fond of SRAM for taking care of my original brakes/standing behind their product.

Weaknesses:    They just didn't meet my expectations. Lots less maintenance than their predecessor but...

Bottom Line:   
Received these in 2012 as a warranty replacement for the equivalent 2011 product. I can say that they were much improved interms of maintenance/bleeds, piston retraction/brake drag, etc. Still, I feel like there is much to improve upon. Back in 2003 I bought a Giant NRS 1 w/ Hayes brakes and I had to bleed them exactly 0 times in 3 years and never had to worry about drag/pad retraction or maintenance in general. While they were heavy, they were also quality and instilled confidence in the ride.

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Duration Product Used:   1 year


Overall Rating:2
Value Rating:2
Submitted by Oliver

Date Reviewed: January 22, 2013

Strengths:    Decent braking power. Nice levers.

Weaknesses:    Noisy,Vibrate, fade on long downhills.

Bottom Line:   
I would not recommend these. They get the job done but aren't as impressive as competitors brakes. They are insanely noisy once you get them dirty or wet. They also get soft after a few minutes on longer descents.

Nothing terribly wrong with these, but they just aren't worth writing home about.

Overall Rating:1
Value Rating:1
Submitted by Jeremiah Przybylski a Weekend Warrior

Date Reviewed: January 13, 2013

Strengths:    Look good

Weaknesses:    Constant problems with noise and vibration.

Bottom Line:   
These came stock on my Specialized Camber Comp 29. Shortly after break-in the brakes started making a horrible racket that sounded like a turkey gobble, and they vibrated terribly as well. After several trips to the shop and replacing the rotors and pads twice I gave up on them. I replaced them with Shimano brakes. Very disappointed!

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Favorite Trail:   Potawatomi

Duration Product Used:   6 months

Similar Products Used:   Avid BB 7, Avid Juicy 7

Bike Setup:   Specialized camber comp 29 frame, Fox Evolution Fork, Shimano SLX/XT drivetrain, Shimano SLX brakes 180mm/160mm rotors

Overall Rating:1
Value Rating:1
Submitted by Disappointed

Date Reviewed: November 18, 2012

Strengths:    Nil

Weaknesses:    Horrendous squeak from leaking oil after about 50km of riding. Significant loss of front brake power shortly thereafter. Both sets had to be returned for warranty, leaking oil from pistons.

Bottom Line:   
I'm either extremely unlucky or these brakes are rubbish. Front and rear sets both failed barely after getting the bike out the door of the shop.

Overall Rating:1
Value Rating:1
Submitted by JP

Date Reviewed: September 6, 2012

Strengths:    Non existent

Weaknesses:    High ambient temperatures, cause brakes to build pressure causing major drag, two sets completely locked up on me, warrantied one caliper only. Bleeding doesn't fix the pressure build up issues. One caliper, the rear fortunately completely locked up on a trail.

Bottom Line:   
These brakes pretty much fail if you expect to have a working brake for all conditions, anything above 75 F and they lock themselves up. In the market for something new, until then I cant even ride because of these brakes.

Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:4
Submitted by Jason

Date Reviewed: September 2, 2012

Strengths:    Powerful, reasonable weight, carbon blade feels awesome.

Weaknesses:    None so far.

Bottom Line:   
Upgraded to Elixir 7's after being underwhelmed with the performance of the Elixir 1's that came on my Norco Recolver.
Fitted with 180mm HS1 discs front and rear and easily bled at home. To sum it up they are outstanding! Powerful one finger modulation, very progressive feel.
I was initially concerned about bleeding these brakes due to so many bad reviews online. Using the top spec Avid bleed kit it only took 5 minutes each end.
I highly recommend this product.

Overall Rating:2
Value Rating:2
Submitted by EKHolden1962 a Weekend Warrior

Date Reviewed: July 11, 2012

Strengths:    Ok performance and I'm 115kgs

Weaknesses:    Overheat then start to squeal on long descents. Had to get em rebuilt after 4 months of use as I couldn't bleed em and the they also build up pressure when they heat up.

Bottom Line:   
Average at best. I've had 3 sets of Avids and I will try Shimanos next time.

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Favorite Trail:   Kiara Malaysia

Duration Product Used:   5 months

Similar Products Used:   avid Cr, Avid Elixer 3

Bike Setup:   Specialised Fsr Carbon Comp

Overall Rating:3
Value Rating:3
Submitted by atlas4gr a Weekend Warrior from Richmond, CA

Date Reviewed: December 12, 2011

Strengths:    Looks?

Weaknesses:    Brakes ramp up and overheat pretty quickly under hard use. Weak, inconsistent lever feel.

Bottom Line:   
Might be ok if spec'd OEM on your bike, but I definitely wouldnt pay money for these aftermarket. Feel like a set of cheap brakes. Night and day versus a set of XT discs.

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Favorite Trail:   Cinderella

Duration Product Used:   6 months

Purchased At:   Comp Cyclist

Similar Products Used:   Hayes HFX9, Maguras, Shimano XTs

Bike Setup:   Ibis Mojo SL full X9, Fox Talas 150 w/Kashima, Crossmax

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