Best Hydraulic Brake? by WetTheBed

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trystanhardy (Jul 24, 2012 at 16:32)

I use the gusset hydro chute, and I like it. I don't think it's the most powerful out there, but it has plenty of power for normal braking duties. www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/product/43611/Gusset_Hydro_Chute_Rear_Disc_Brake
Otherwise, I've heard the shimano deore brakes are descent. Not used them for DJ, but I ran them on my XC for ages and they worked well.

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trystanhardy (Jul 24, 2012 at 16:37)

Hydro chute had a good factory bleed too, if that matters to you at all.

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DangerousCrew (Jul 26, 2012 at 11:07)

Formula RO brakes are a good choice

get.perigeum.com/RO-Rear-165-CM-hose

I replaced "The Ones" on my DH bike with Formula ROs and they are so powerfull I was thinking about going with smaller rotors. I think these brakes would work great with your bike because you don't need a huge rotor to hang up on. They are worth the extra $

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TazDaMadBiker (Jul 24, 2012 at 16:46)

I would say a Hope tech x2 but maybe not a floating rotor, having a bit of trouble with mine but I recommend any hope brake as me and friends have had them and they are little maintance and big power.

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dave-clarkson-photography (Jul 25, 2012 at 1:31)

"Hope moto" no one else comes close,

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trozei (Jul 24, 2012 at 22:21)

If you're riding DJ and Park, all you need is something to stop you. A four-piston downhill brake is not necessary. A Juicy 3 will do the job just fine. I, however, much prefer an Elixir 5, 7, or 9.

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James-Carey (Jul 25, 2012 at 4:32)

Hope M4 seems to be the brake of chose for pure strength But hope in general are the ones to look at, possibly some saints if you have the dollah, avids went wrong a lot for me, hayes i have no idea, so wont comment.

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Dj-Tramp (Jul 24, 2012 at 16:44)

Hope mono mini rocks. All ways used with no problems. Or the newer version mono trials V2 I believe it is.

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nielsdewit (Jul 24, 2012 at 23:09)

Hope Mono Trials 're also the best ones in my book. Works even better when you wet your disc with some water. get's really powerfull !

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DBomberMan (Jul 25, 2012 at 15:27)

I know ill prob get flamed for this but ive been pretty stoked with the performance of my Hayes Primes. Ive ridden avids and I honestly dont think they even compare.

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WetTheBed (Jul 25, 2012 at 17:13)

I hope you dont get flamed for it dude, PB is about riders letting other people know how they feel about certain things. I value your opinion and im glad you took time to comment. I will give them a look up, your not the only person who has said that. Keep it steady in the meantime.

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jejemon (Jul 25, 2012 at 7:17)

I'm not sure about this, but i guess my Magura doesn't meet my expectations. nice brakes though.

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jameswoodbridge (Jul 25, 2012 at 7:18)

Shimano SLX new style, 'nuff said. COuld always plump for the Saint if you wish, but really not needed!

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kev-jones (Jul 25, 2012 at 8:16)

Pretty much any mid range brake will do you fine. Something like an elixir 5 or 7 would be prime!

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wolfe38 (Jul 24, 2012 at 19:05)

I ride X0s on my slope bike. Love them. Gonna put another on my DJ.

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dialeddobermann (Jul 24, 2012 at 19:08)

Magura MT8. Best brake ever made.

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camhayes (Jul 24, 2012 at 16:40)

avid ones lots of people i know ride them

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thekandyman (Jul 26, 2012 at 3:23)

hope or saint plain and simple...