2011 XTR Pads - who's got stock?

[deonkretch]

Hi there,

 

Does anyone know where I can get stock of the 2011 XTR brake pads (M985). Went to my LBS and they only have the M975 model which is completely different. All the Shimano stock has been booked out to the EPIC which means they won't be able to get until next week. I checked all the usual suspects online (CRC, WIGGLE, EVANS etc - no one has stock)...

 

So much for getting the latest and greatest but not being able to ride your bike because the pads are completely finished.

 

For interest sake, I had the RESIN pads installed (without the fins - on the RACE model of the brakes) did not last 1000km - they do however have more stopping power than any other brake that I've used. So ideally looking for the SINTERED pads, but will settle for anything as I want to ride this weekend but can't until I have new pads.

 

Any advice on someone who has stock will be appreciated!

 

Thx,

Deon

[Nobody]

www.easybike.co.za

[Danger Dassie]

In Jhb, Complete Cyclist, Mikes Bikes, Cycle Lab, Linden Cycles.

[Cycle Tech]

Hi there,

 

Does anyone know where I can get stock of the 2011 XTR brake pads (M985). Went to my LBS and they only have the M975 model which is completely different. All the Shimano stock has been booked out to the EPIC which means they won't be able to get until next week. I checked all the usual suspects online (CRC, WIGGLE, EVANS etc - no one has stock)...

 

So much for getting the latest and greatest but not being able to ride your bike because the pads are completely finished.

 

For interest sake, I had the RESIN pads installed (without the fins - on the RACE model of the brakes) did not last 1000km - they do however have more stopping power than any other brake that I've used. So ideally looking for the SINTERED pads, but will settle for anything as I want to ride this weekend but can't until I have new pads.

 

Any advice on someone who has stock will be appreciated!

 

Thx,

Deon

[Cycle Tech]

I have 4 prs of XTR pedals

PDM980

R1375

phone Cycle Tech in Kyalami - Marco

011 466 9974

[kosmonooit]

I got some from www.bikeinn.com recently

[YUMEYA]

@ Deonketch

I am not sure whether to get the 2011 XTR or the SRAM XX.

Would you recommend getting the 2011 XTR?

[deonkretch]

@ Deonketch

I am not sure whether to get the 2011 XTR or the SRAM XX.

Would you recommend getting the 2011 XTR?

 

Hi Yumeya.

 

I had actually ordered a full XO groupset at my LBS with the salesman from SRAM (their local distributors) standing next to me taking the order down. They made such as mess up of the order in terms of colours, wrong crankset etc. etc. that I decided to hell with at and forked out the extra R1000 or so for the XTR. I can't tell you how happy I am with the choice so far.

 

The shifting is precise, smooth and very fast (two down and three up - all at once if you need to). The shifters fit directly to the brakes which make for a very neat cockpit. As for the brakes... wow! I am a bit skittish on downhills and used to have a set of Magura brakes - you need two fingers on the lever at least. After setting up the XTR the guys at the shop told my one finger on the brakes is more than enough... I did not believe them at first but it's really true. Single finger stopping power.

 

To be fair I have not personally used XX so can't comment, but the closest that I have come was XO and the XTR definitely has more stopping power.

 

I also need to mention that I'm not even using the Ice-tech rotors as they are only available with Shimano's fitting and not the 6 Bolt. I settled for Formula rotors and they seem to be doing the job quite well.

 

As mentioned the RESIN pads don't last long, especially in mud (which we had at the Samsung MTB challenge on Sunday). Other than that and that no one seems to have stock on the pads I can say that I'm really pleased with the choice.

 

I'm also not 100% sold on carbon cranks - so the all metal XTR seem to be the obvious choice!

 

Ok, after that whole essay can someone please let me know where I can find pads Still no luck - everyone saying that all their stock is at the Epic.

 

Cheers,

Deon

Edited March 29, 2011 by deonkretch

[YUMEYA]

XTR was my first choice, thanks for confirming. Plus it is cheaper than the XX and it is freaking sexy too.

Thanks.

[deonkretch]

XTR was my first choice, thanks for confirming. Plus it is cheaper than the XX and it is freaking sexy too.

Thanks.

Agreed on the XX is overpriced. Look at www.chainreactioncycles.com for decent rates - this compares favourably to what the XTR costs locally.

 

You won't go wrong with this, and yes, it's sexy... especially on a black and red Merida 96

 

Enjoy!

[deonkretch]

I got some from www.bikeinn.com recently

Hi,

 

Can't find any brake pads on their site, am I being stupid or is it there somewhere?

 

Thx,

Deon

[AndreZA]

Agreed on the XX is overpriced. Look at www.chainreactioncycles.com for decent rates - this compares favourably to what the XTR costs locally.

 

You won't go wrong with this, and yes, it's sexy... especially on a black and red Merida 96

 

Enjoy!

 

What about Formula R1. They are the lightest and have amazing stopping power.

[YUMEYA]

small Hijack..

Triple or dual crank?

[deonkretch]

small Hijack..

Triple or dual crank?

Hijack ok

 

Dual crank. Currently riding front crank with 40-28 and rear with 11-36 if I remember correctly. Took a ride or two to get used to, but seem to have enough gears. Did Barberton with it and on those climbs had enough gears. Not sure if it will be sufficient for the Cape Pioneer Trek in October

 

What bike are you going to put this on?

[YUMEYA]

08 Epic S-works.

Thanks again

[deonkretch]

Hi all.

 

Eventually found some Swisstop XTR 2011 pads at Chris Willemse. I really need to applaud them on their wonderful service. I placed the order on Friday afternoon at around 15:00'ish... Delivered to my office in Pretoria before lunchtime on Monday - well done guys. Keep up the good work!

 

Deon