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I recently got a disc wheelset for my bike which came with 160mm rotors that look like these, with slightly wider holes and smaller ribs between the holes.
Hayes Disc Brake Rotor 6" (160mm) | BicycleBuys.com
I also got a set of Hayes Sole brakes for dirt cheap before I knew how terrible they were, needless to say I wasn't impressed and they never even made it to the trail.
I replaced them with a used set of Formula K24's and they are worlds better, but still not as powerful as they should be from what I've seen, they are about similar to V-brakes and require pretty severe pressure to lock the wheel. I ordered a bleed kit and a set of semi-metallic pads, and am wondering if that will be enough.
The rotors were scuffed with a scotch brite to remove glazing and wiped down with rubbing alcohol, and bedded in. I'm aware that going up to 180mm rotors from 160's will provide more power but I'm going to try the bleeding and pads first. I weigh 160 and do ride fairly aggressively, but not on a downhill/freeride style course.
I was just curious if you guys have noticed some rotors making a large difference in stopping power just by design.
Hayes Disc Brake Rotor 6" (160mm) | BicycleBuys.com
I also got a set of Hayes Sole brakes for dirt cheap before I knew how terrible they were, needless to say I wasn't impressed and they never even made it to the trail.
I replaced them with a used set of Formula K24's and they are worlds better, but still not as powerful as they should be from what I've seen, they are about similar to V-brakes and require pretty severe pressure to lock the wheel. I ordered a bleed kit and a set of semi-metallic pads, and am wondering if that will be enough.
The rotors were scuffed with a scotch brite to remove glazing and wiped down with rubbing alcohol, and bedded in. I'm aware that going up to 180mm rotors from 160's will provide more power but I'm going to try the bleeding and pads first. I weigh 160 and do ride fairly aggressively, but not on a downhill/freeride style course.
I was just curious if you guys have noticed some rotors making a large difference in stopping power just by design.