Great value and dependable brake calliper gives you plenty of power when you require it. For use with mineral oil which is non-corrosive and less hazardous than conventional hydraulic fluid. Shim-less mounting bracket allows for quickinstallation and set up. Compatible with post mount or international standard forks when used with adapters. To be used in conjunction with Shimano hydraulic brake levers. Can be used with 6-bolt or Centre Lock rotors.
Submitted by
lja547
a Cross Country Rider
from Philippines Date Reviewed: November 4, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Fort Magsaysay / Palayan City
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
Endless Bike Shop
Strengths:
Simplicity is the key, I got the white one with black levers. The design is simple and a set and forget affair. Modulation is way better than those overrated Avid BB5's and BB7's which by the way are more expensive than than the 486.
Weaknesses:
The hose is kinda flimsy compared to the hose used in XT brakes. When first used with the stock 6inch non series rotors modulation was not great specially when wet. After replacing the rotors with 7inch Alligators, it became a whole different game. The feel is great, modulation is excellent.
Similar Products Used:
Shimano non series mech brakes, Avid BB5
Bike Setup:
Giant ATX 8 Pro Frame, SR Epicon Fork, Deore LX and XT components, Mavic Wheels, Kenda Blue Groove, Truvativ Cockpit. XT Clipless Pedals, Vetta and Prologo Stuffs
Bottom Line:
Excellent brakes for the money will beat the best mech brakes out there hands down both in value and performance. Just dont use the stock rotors.
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Submitted by
gomeroz
a Cross Country Rider
from Sydney Australia Date Reviewed: October 29, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Lucas Heights
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
TBSM
Strengths:
Simple faultless design,strong controlled stopping and reliability
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Hayes stroker trail
Bike Setup:
Kona Hoss 2008, Marazocchi DJ2 forks, Shimano Deore xt ,
Bottom Line:
Swapped the Hayes under warranty for the Shimano and have never had a problem (touch wood).Brakes are not super sensitive as the Hayes but deliver a more confident controlled braking system which is far more reliable and simple in the design.
Budget priced great brake for the average punter.
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