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Avid Mechanical Disc Brake 185-203mm
Number of Reviews:   3
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The most heralded cable actuated brake in the world. Finally a cable-actuated disc brake that works like disc brakes should. 185mm or 203mm rotor is perfect for Extreme freeriders or DH specialists. Caliper & Disc only (51mm adapter inclu


Submitted by little josh - 6/14/2005 7:14:24 PM
Pros: easy to maintain install and repair. and i love the'em more than hydro brakes
Cons: pads started to squeek after about a year and ahalf.
Time Used: 6 Months
Comments: i love theese brakes and iwould recomend theese to any of my friends!
Rating: 5
Recommendation: Yes I would recommend it to a friend

Submitted by Paul Orr - 10/7/2004 4:41:21 PM
Pros: AWESOME stopping power for a mech. easy adjustablility and install. price isnt bad either (bought off of JensonUsa.com in 185 size for $80)
Cons: when compared to some expensive hydros, not the best power, but for the incredible price, this doesnt matter.
Time Used: 6 Months
Comments: best mechanical disk brake ever made. it even looks pimpin. i would recomend this over hayes MX's and any other mech, and even many hydros
Rating: 5
Recommendation: Yes I would recommend it to a friend

Submitted by Paul Orr - 10/7/2004 4:40:47 PM
Pros: AWESOME stopping power for a mech. easy adjustablility and install. price isnt bad either (bought off of JensonUsa.com in 185 size for $80)
Cons: when compared to some expensive hydros, not the best power, but for the incredible price, this doesnt matter.
Time Used: 6 Months
Comments: best mechanical disk brake ever made. it even looks pimpin. i would recomend this over hayes MX's and any other mech, and even many hydros
Rating: 5
Recommendation: Yes I would recommend it to a friend



 



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