Mechanical versus hydraulic disc brakes
10-26-10, 10:00 PM
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Still kicking.
Sole's were a bit of a failed experiment on Hayes part, I've heard of maybe 2 positive experiences with soles.
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10-29-10, 12:38 PM
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I have juicy 3's. They are hydraulic. You cant exactly set tension. To set the lever where I want the pad to grab I have to remove the wheel, squeeze the lever which brings the pads closer and then put the wheel back on. Its called their caliper alignment system or something. Thats the only way I can or know how to do it.
10-30-10, 09:14 AM
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juicy 3's have an annoying squawking noise... i'd go for avid's elixir cr's.... basically the newer model juicy's. They really aren't hard to bleed either
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11-15-10, 05:41 PM
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just switched
I got so tired of having to adjust my non-adjustable Shimano 485 hydro that I am going to Avid BB7 that are fully adjustable. Getting a pair of good, fully adjustable hydro brakes was going to be much more expensive and all the reports on the BB7's were stellar so I'm going to give them a try. When my 485's were working they were great but too, too often I would be riding along and they would start squealing. In spite of careful cleaning the pistons would not retract properly and they would squeal far too much when riding. The BB7's can be easily adjusted and I'm looking forward to that.
11-15-10, 06:59 PM
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I've got bb7's on my stumpy. I must say, they are fabulous. Friend of mine runs Hayes hydros. Yes they have a softer feel, but I've got to say, my mech's are no less responsive or lacking on power. I see no reason to change.
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