[max5480]

I'm looking at a set of used tektro 10 disc brake calipers and know they have horrible reviews, but was wondering if anyone is using them with upgraded pads and good results? Or should I reluctantly cough up the money for bb7s?

 

[ianick]

Pony up for the BB7's. You'll be glad you did. They can be had for $46 online. Check out Jensonusa.com or Pricepoint.com.

 

[jmmUT]

I've never had any experience with Tektro disc brakes but I have used many Tektro V and 990 brakes over the years. A lot comes down to branding hype. They may lack ease in dialing them in and may be less stronger but often that's it for difference.

 

[gregnash]

Agree with ianick... they actually were popping up all week on Chainlove for $34.99/ea. I would keep my eye out there and/or hit up their Facebook page. Chances are they will show up again soon. If nothing else, the combo deal is back at Blueskycycling for 2010 calipers, G2 cleansweep, Speed Dial 7 levers, and shimano cables, all for $120.

 

[Loll]

Dont get it. I had tektro disc brake on my cannondale. Their stopping power even after dialed in is similar to cantilever brakes. I actually managed to almost flipped over on a wheelie coz the braking power was weak. It barely, barely was able to pull me back down.

I have been riding for 20 years, and have actually worked at a shop before. So the set up was correct, if not best that it could be. It still functioned terribly.

Save up and get BB7 as suggested by others.