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Bike Brakes

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Our Brake collection consists of brake pads for disc brakes and rim brakes, full brake systems and parts, like bike brake discs.

Bike brakes come in 3 main types: rim brakes, mechanical disc brakes and hydraulic disc brakes.

Rim brakes apply pressure directly to the wheel's rim, offering a lightweight and cost-effective solution but their performance can be affected by wet conditions.

Mechanical disc brakes use cables to engage a disc rotor mounted on the wheel hub; delivering better stopping power and control (in all-weather conditions).

Hydraulic disc brakes offer the highest performance by using fluid pressure for smooth, powerful and consistent braking with minimal effort. These also don't need as much maintenance as mechanical rim or disc brakes.

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What are bike brakes?

Bike brakes are one of the most important safety components on a bicycle.

They allow you to slow down, control your speed and stop safely in various road conditions.

There are two main types commonly used today: rim brakes and disc brakes.

Rim brakes work by clamping brake pads directly onto the wheel rim. These are lightweight and easy to maintain.

Disc brakes have become standard on most new road and mountain bikes.

These use a metal disc rotor attached to the hub. And offer stronger braking power with better control in wet conditions.

Whether you're commuting, mountain biking or road cycling, having well-maintained brakes is essential for safety, confidence and control.

Brake Pads

Bike brake pads are the replaceable friction blocks that press against the rim or rotor to slow the bike down.

They play a major role in how well your braking system performs and need regular inspection to ensure safety.

Rim brake pads press against the wheel’s rim. Disc brake pads press against a metal rotor.

Disc pads are usually made from either resin (organic) compounds or metallic/sintered compounds for more durability.

Resin pads deliver quieter, smoother braking. Metallic pads have stronger braking in wet or muddy conditions.

Over time, brake pads wear down and should be replaced to maintain consistent stopping power. And prevent damage to rotors or rims.

Choosing the right type of pad for your riding style and conditions can improve overall brake performance and control.

Bike Disc Brakes

Bike disc brakes use a metal rotor mounted to the wheel hub. Then a brake caliper clamps onto it to create stopping force.

Compared to rim brakes, disc brakes provide more consistent and powerful braking. Especially in wet, muddy or steep conditions.

They are common on mountain bikes, gravel bikes and increasingly on road bikes. This is due to their superior modulation and reliability.

Bike disc brakes come in two types: mechanical (cable-driven) and hydraulic.

Mechanical bike disc brakes can be a little hard to pull. This is because the cable adds friction whenever the brake lever is pulled.

Hydraulic bike disc brakes offer stronger braking power and smoother lever feel. And less maintenance than mechanical disc brakes.

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