divernick Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 I am upgrading to discs and would like to know from those who have used mechanical discs if they are just rubbish or comparable to hydraulic brakes. The prices on some of the lower end hydraulic models are similar to mechanical disc brakes.
Wannabe Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 Stay away from mechanical disk brakes. A properly setup V brake is a lot better than mechanical disks.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 1 word... ***! steer clear of mech discs. All of the disadvantages of hyds (weight) none of the advantages.  Rather get a GOOD pair of V's, or go for Hyd discs. "bad" discs can almost always be made better by upgrading hosing, discs and pads... Go for the hydraulics, mate. For sure.
EigerSA Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 go hydraulic, the clarks were pretty good value for money from crc
Lounge Lizard Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 I Agree with the guys above - Mech Discs just do not work.I have tried helping with 3 different bikes with mechs. It requires a LOT of hand power and even then it just does not stop the bike. The set-up has to be so perfect in terms of alignment, soft pads, max pull leverage.We tried washing and cleaning with thinners, new brake pads etc and just could never get it working properly - Avoid avoid ! V brakes much better if you can't afford hydraulics
MTBer wannabee Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 I Agree with the guys above - Mech Discs just do not work.I have tried helping with 3 different bikes with mechs. It requires a LOT of hand power and even then it just does not stop the bike. The set-up has to be so perfect in terms of alignment, soft pads, max pull leverage.We tried washing and cleaning with thinners, new brake pads etc and just could never get it working properly - Avoid avoid ! V brakes much better if you can't afford hydraulics +1
MTBer wannabee Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 Another 2c, I was not too happy with my Juicy. For a simalar budget look at Shimano.
4u2nv Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 1 word... ***! steer clear of mech discs. All of the disadvantages of hyds (weight) none of the advantages.  Rather get a GOOD pair of V's, or go for Hyd discs. "bad" discs can almost always be made better by upgrading hosing, discs and pads... Go for the hydraulics, mate. For sure.agree 1000000%
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 I have bargain basement Tektro Auriga Comps. But I've changed the pads & discs - pads = Swisstop, discs = Alligator Windcutter & another wavy type of alligator. Only problem I've ever had is that they squeal like a mutha***** when cold. But damn, do they bite! Running 160mm front and back due to me not having bought a post-mount adaptor for the 180mm yet...
divernick Posted May 6, 2011 Author Posted May 6, 2011 I think I'll get these: Shimano Deore Disc Brakes M575 - Ltd Edition Post Mount - White Shimano XT Disc Rotor 6-Bolt RT76 160mm 6-Bolt http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/43693.jpg http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/39007.jpg
TNT1 Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 What about if you get a decent deal on a bike and it has mech discs? Is it worthwhile, cause to upgrade to hyd discs from mech discs is easier and cheaper than from V's to hyd discs? I mean you already have the correct hubs, discs, mounting for a caliper, and with V's you might need new hubs/wheels/fork, even a frame if the frame is V only?
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 What about if you get a decent deal on a bike and it has mech discs? Is it worthwhile, cause to upgrade to hyd discs from mech discs is easier and cheaper than from V's to hyd discs? I mean you already have the correct hubs, discs, mounting for a caliper, and with V's you might need new hubs/wheels/fork, even a frame if the frame is V only?  I don't think "decent deal" and "mech discs" could be uttered in the same sentence, IMHO, but you raise an interesting point. Mind you, which bike now DOESN'T have Disc mounts embrazed ont he frame?  The cost of upgrading is not that steep, if you go for a bargain basement set of wheels and discs... I've seen a set of Alex TD20's and a set of mine own Tektro's go for under R 2k... Not bad for a prety bombproof (but OH SO HEAVY!!!) set of disc specific rims and hyd discs... I'd rather shell out the extra and pay for a half-decent bike with hyds, or an older bike with v's before I took on a mech disc behemoth. Chances are, the mech discer will have the ultimate in k@k list parts, so won't be worth getting in the first place.
MTBer wannabee Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 I think I'll get these: Shimano Deore Disc Brakes M575 - Ltd Edition Post Mount - White Shimano XT Disc Rotor 6-Bolt RT76 160mm 6-Bolt http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/43693.jpg http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/39007.jpg Thats what I have and you wont be dissapointed
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 Thats what I have and you wont be dissapointed Yep - can't go wrong with those.
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