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Alazamanza
a Weekend Warrior
from United KingdomDate Reviewed: February 20, 2012
Strengths: POWER good feel eough adjustmentsWeaknesses: too much power making me ride slow!!Bottom Line: biggest power brake going it cant be beat for power but on true dh tracks modulation is more important... the formula mega brkaes ive also used would stop me just as quick on a dh track.... theyre lighter and only cost around the same... its cheaper to get pads and brake oil for the megas and i think there is more feel to them but i still like the saints 203 at front 180 rear is more than enough for any dh track and theyre really reliable. the old problem with shimano used to be they were down on power but they seem to have sorted it out with servo wave.
if youre looking for the max power dh stopper... here it is but you may want to try before you buy... especially if youre buying new
Favorite Trail: Llangollen BDS
Price Paid:
$170.00
Purchased At: mate second hand
Similar Products Used: shimano slx
formula mega
Bike Setup: giant glory, saint everything, 888s up front, fox at the back
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Sarkons
a Downhiller
from Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaDate Reviewed: February 6, 2012
Strengths: Very good stopping power, once engaged it locks on. Very sturdy casing on the breaks, seems rather indestructible.Weaknesses: None that i've found so far, except the stopping power is too good.Bottom Line: Shimano saints were probably one of the best investments i've made for my bike. If your looking for a reliable break that does the job and looks sexy on the trail. This break is for you.
Favorite Trail: Big Ed
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$233.00
Purchased At: Dunbar Cycles
Similar Products Used: Avid Elixir 3 Hydros and these i cannot compare.
Bike Setup: Commencal Atherton Team DH Bike
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andykrow
a Downhiller
from Fort Collins, CODate Reviewed: July 18, 2011
Strengths: Unbelievable power. Easy bleeding. And they look cool.Weaknesses: None.Bottom Line: Simply the best brake made. I used k18's for a few years and they're nice, but after I cracked a piston I decided to get something with more power. Tried v2's and they're nice and look awesome, but the Saints are stronger. This brake is amazing. No sure why people complain about modulation cuz I have no problems. These require a light touch and that's why I love them... no more arm pump at Keystone!! These are truly one finger brakes, and honestly i can lock up tires with my PINKY with these things. The lever can be set up exactly how you want it. Also they are super easy to bleed, and in theory at least mineral oil will require less bleeding than DOT since it can't absorb water.
As for price, it ain't cheap, but you can get them for significantly less than the v2's or Formula Ones.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At: pricepoint
Similar Products Used: Formula k18, Hope v2
Bike Setup: Turner RFX, 66 rc3, saint stuff
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carraig042
a Downhiller
from TennesseeDate Reviewed: June 14, 2011
Strengths: Power - These things are a beast! They have much more power than the older generation Avid Codes. Their first real use was at Diablo and I had to turn the power down on them as the rear wheel was locking up to easy.
Ease - Shimano brakes are super easy to bleed in comparison to the Hayes and Avid brakes I have used. It is also a plus to me that they use mineral oil as it is not so corrosive.
Looks - The brakes look really nice. I dig the black with simple white graphics.
Other - The reach adjust is a great feature and works great especially since no tools are required. There is also no play in the levers which instills a solid feeling.Weaknesses: Price if paid new.Bottom Line: Great brakes so far. They performed great with no fade. Seem to be built really well as they took a beating from my trip to Diablo. I walked out with a concussion and a broken collar bone, the bike and brakes didn't hardly get a scratch.
The only reason I gave 4 stars on the value is because of the high price compared to some other systems.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$300.00
Similar Products Used: Avid Codes and Hayes Stroker Carbons
Bike Setup: Shimano 810's with stock pads and Magura rotors.
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E.L.
a Downhiller
from Los AngelesDate Reviewed: May 4, 2011
Strengths: Great stopping power. Easy to adjust and perfect for both dh and trials.Weaknesses: Price. Original pads are not too good. The stock pads will make the stopping power fade at high speedsBottom Line: These brakes are by far the best I have used.
Favorite Trail: United States
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$300.00
Similar Products Used: Avid Code r, Avid 4, Hayes Stroker, Shimano xt
Bike Setup: Kona Operator dh, Khs lucky 7
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crom_co@yahoo.com
a Downhiller
from Iligan CityDate Reviewed: April 19, 2011
Strengths: Awesome brakes by far. Inspires confidence even in the deadliest trails. Best modulation of any brakes.Weaknesses: People give it bad reviews because they don't know how to use it or don't use it for it's intended purpose. Only weakness is other bikers get jealous of it. hahahaBottom Line: It's the perfect set of brakes for me, my bike and my riding style. Thanks Shimano for another spectacular product.
Favorite Trail: anywhere
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$250.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: SLX, BB7, M556 and other crap as hydros
Bike Setup: Marin quake 7.1, Shimano saint groupo, Marz 888, Marz roco tst, Easton havoc dh, Nevegals
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wolf_aus_wien
a Weekend Warrior
from Vieanna, AustriaDate Reviewed: March 16, 2011
Strengths: Braking power, braking power and brake power! Easy to bleed, no further service necessary. Can turn bike on top without problems - good for bike parks/shuttle rides.Weaknesses: Price and weight are an issue...Bottom Line: The biggest problem is to get used to the brute force of these babies. You have to learn to modulate them sensibly on flat ground - otherwise you might go over the bars in an emergency! Not suitable for town rides or light XC in my opinion!
But as soon as I steer downhill they begin to shine - and the modulation on steep terrain is great. The Saints begin to work properly when most other brakes give up - especially with my 105 kg! Freeriders and Downhillers will not find a better brake easily!
They are rather expensive but worth every penny!
Favorite Trail: Wienerwald
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At: actionsoports
Similar Products Used: Gustav, Code, Elixir, several smaller Shimanos
Bike Setup: Titus El Guapo, RP23, Lyrik 2-step, SLX-XT mix, Saint brakes with 203mm rotors f+r, Mavic 321 on XT hubs, reverb seatpost,...
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ezgo
a Weekend Warrior
from IsraelDate Reviewed: January 18, 2011
Strengths: killer brake with a single finger grip. best I've had thus far.
great adjustments capability - lever distance, free stroke!
Weaknesses: none so farBottom Line: Best brakes I've had. Get them if you can. Easy setup. tons of power and adjustments.
Favorite Trail: the next one I ride
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Purchased At: slalum
Similar Products Used: magura marta SL, Magura Louise
Bike Setup: Morewood Mbuzi, Saint Brakes!!!, XTR crank and shifters, saint rear der.
Stan Flow w/ CK hubs, Fox 36 talas & dhx 4 rear, gravity dropper turbo 4"
Chromag 760. 60mm stem
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