Well my brakes could flip me over my bars in a heart beat, but I have never gone otb from grabbing too much brakes. Its pretty easy to control but nice to have when you need it.keen said:Does anyone actually prefer a brake with less power ? I have been using an 8 / 6 Hayes Mechanical HMX 1 brakeset for DH & trail use. Brake power is low but I never have to worry about an otb experience. Any input ?
I think the only negative issue that can arise is when a brake setup offers little to no modulation. Otherwise the ability to lock up the wheels without hydraulic vise grips attached to your brake levers is all that's required. I think one area where you'll notice strong braking force is the reduced arm pump you can get if you don't have to squeeze your weak brakes with significant force. I can recall the not too distant days of v-brakes on some relatively long rides involving lots of speed and downhill. I get nothing like the type of hand and arm pump that those brakes provided with modern discs...especially 8" Hayes. I even installed Goodridge brake lines which provided just a little more power.keen said:Does anyone actually prefer a brake with less power ? I have been using an 8 / 6 Hayes Mechanical HMX 1 brakeset for DH & trail use. Brake power is low but I never have to worry about an otb experience. Any input ?
No. Not at all.keen said:Does anyone actually prefer a brake with less power ? I have been using an 8 / 6 Hayes Mechanical HMX 1 brakeset for DH & trail use. Brake power is low but I never have to worry about an otb experience. Any input ?
supposely they do....the line doesn't "give" under pressureaustinb89 said:TNC- do goodridge brake lines really improve brakign that much?
Two other guys at the shop got some for their bikes because they could notice the subtle difference. It's not a night/day deal, but it is noticeable...especially on the rear brake, probably because of the lengthy hose run. They are pricey, and I wouldn't recommend them if they didn't provide some improvement.austinb89 said:more power is better to me. i cant wait till ahyes is done fixing my mags should be back by end of this week or next monday.
TNC- do goodridge brake lines really improve brakign that much?
so are you recommending them???TNC said:. They are pricey, and I wouldn't recommend them if they didn't provide some improvement.
Good grief, man, they pay $25 every time I speak highly of them in public.SHIVER ME TIMBERS said:so are you recommending them???