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Looking for a new brake set, which out of the current crop offers the best power to weight.
Like the look of the Hope Tech V2 but look a little heavy compared to Avid Ultimate etc etc.
What would you suggest ?
Thanks
Rich
Avid elixir
STW did a grouptest a hwile back on exactly these types of brake. I think the magura marta came out on top.
got both hope tech v2 and formula oro k18.
both very powerfull.
Got the new hope tech m4..can't falt them
Very impressed with my new Elixir CRs. The extra power takes a bit of getting used to though 🙂
All good advice keep it coming. How much more power does the Elixir give over the Juicys ?
Cheers
Rich
I haven't used juicys much (just a quick blast on a friends bike) but reviews would suggest a bit more power and definitely more modulation.
No complaints with either here - they compare favourably with the Oro 18s on my HT and wipe the floor with my old Mono Minis! No squealing or judder yet either.
Shimano.
I hate Avids, the fronts are good but I've found the rears have been shocking. I've had Ultimate 7's and Elixar. Maybe with some braided hoses would make it better.
try some magura louise.....reasonably priced and good power
As giantjason has just said magura louise are fantastic!
second Marta Sl just got myself a pair in 203/185 a little over the top on power for home riding but i needed them to be alps proof :). really nice and light though, and just seem well made (5 year leaks warranty probly a gd thing too)