I think there is a reason you don't see pros running too many floating brakes on DH bikes. It adds weight, and brakes only make you slower There are a lot of DHRs at the races w/out floating brakes, and most of them are under some pretty fast riders who are still paying for their bikes out of their own pockets. I think that speaks volumes about what kind of bike the DHR is. I love my new 6 Pack, but DHRs sure make me jealous....