brakes

What are the warning signs of a failing hydraulic system? Do these brakes fail catastrophically or gradually over time?

Thinking of bleeding my ultegra di2 brakes - not something I have done before. seen the various bleed kits - with different prices - can anyone recommend a particular kit ? - any other tips tools required etc would be appreciated

Hi guys I bought a Carrera Vendetta back in January, which I didn't realise at the time had extra wide tyres. Which I'm not keen on and seems to take a bit more effort that my previous bike with thinner standard Tyres, in hindsight I should of rejected the bike when I collected and picked...

Hi I’ve got a set of xt m8100 brakes and a set of altus 9 speed shifter I’ve been trying to look but not sure if I’m looking rite but I’m wondering if theys adapter so I can combine to one or do I have to buy a new shifter thanks

Looking to upgrade my RC520 wheels as the difficulty changing tyres is doing my head in. Can anyone recommend a good wheelset for under £150 that is QR and compatible with both disc brakes and 6 bolt? I've tried looking online but it's real hard to work out the finer technical details like...

Not ridden on rim brakes for around 5yrs or so, since then all my bikes have been disc, 1 cable and 2 hydraulic. Certainly have had some disc brake challenges and overall they can at times be a pain but overall i've been happy with then on my road and CX bikes. However i've just rebuilt an...

Its been asked before, found differing ideas on the web so thought would ask to see if there is an agreed method that works best :okay:

Hi Newbie here looking for some advice I have a carera hybrid 2.0 and whilst on road the rear brake got jammed all of a sudden.They are so jammed that i cannot even press the brake level Upon checking the rear calipers i am able to move it manually however i cannot press the lever .I have tried...

I need to fit new hoses onto my bike, so I will need to replace the brake fluid. I have looked at several options and think that Tektro's mineral oil is quite expensive for something that is essentially just like baby oil (I'm aware of that debate) I came across the Cyclo branded oil which is...

I have Promax RC476 brakes on a Cannondale Optimo, and they've never been particularly impressive, especially the back which I could never adjust so it could produce skid-inducing braking, just a general slow-down. The static pad adjuster on one of them has seized and the Allen nut rounded out...

Hi, I have a 9 year old Specialized Crosstrail Sport that has a front brake that seems to be rubbing the disc. Is it easy to dismantle and check, replace pads? The bike has not been well maintained and I suspect this is the problem. I have already replaced the derailleurs, cassette, bottom...

I put a new wheel in recently (Halo White Line Classic) and the squeal from the brakes is horrendous. Trying to stop coming down a ~10% hill put the bike into a full on hell-banshee shriek with the front of the frame shaking! I've tried adjusting the angle of the pads but no joy, and it's not...

I've got an old Trek MTB that I'm wondering if its worth saving or breaking for parts. It's got a set of mechanical Grimeca disc brakes on. Can't find much info on these and the only matching item on eBay has the words "rare" written on it. Are these possibly worth anything?

The front brake on my CGR feels odd It's almost as if there's air in it However, it's not been touched as a system For the record, it's on RS505 'brifters' RS785 Calipers Metal 'sintered' (Shimano) pads Initially I thought 1. it was mud, as I cut through the woods/along the river (Calder)...

Anybody out there has any set up procedures for the Campagnolo Delta Brakes?

"The Bowden mechanism was invented by Ernest Mornington Bowden (1860 - 1904) of 35 Bedford Place, London, W.C. The first patent was granted in 1896. (English Patent 25,325 and U.S. Pat. No. 609,570) although its origin has been the subject of myth and dispute. The invention of the Bowden cable...

Selling this lovely Cube Attain Race. It is 56cm a beautiful grey colour with vibrant contrasting orange, it is very nice the pictures really don't do it justice. There's a few minor marks on the paintwork but nothing noteworthy. The groupset is complete Shimano Tiagra 20 speed including...

I'm going to need to service the headset and BB on this machine, so what tools am I likely to need? It's a British-built bike, so probably nothing exotic or untoward in threading, sizes, etc - at least so I suppose! Your collective wisdom much appreciated, as these are two jobs I've not done...

Looking at replacing the pads on our Pino. The bolt holding the pads in place has a circlip on the end that looks like these. As they are small enough to lose quit easily, I thought I might get a few spares. Anyone any idea where I might get them and is there a 'proper' name for them?

Selling this 53cm Boardman Team Carbon Limited Edition which has been upgraded with Shimano Ultegra 10 speed gears and brakes. All in working order and wanting for nothing, tyres are almost new. Has a few age related marks but nothing serious, still looks a stunner. Very light, fast and capable...

Do I need new V brakes or something? I'll set the screws so the pads are equidistant and play the brake lever a dozen or so times, then I find that a few minutes later there's some resistance and rubbing and the screws need setting again. Same thing keeps happening over and over. I really hate V...

Afternoon all, The missus has purchased a Boardman ADV 8.6W which came equipped with Tektro MD-C511 flat mount disc brakes. The calipers seem okay - fairly simple to adjust, but we're really struggling with stopping power. I'm not a mechanical disc brake novice, for example I have BB7s on the...

Does anyone know how to adjust these particular brakes? I've changed wheels, which meant changing the rotors and the result is that the pads are rubbing against the rotors. Fwiw I've centred the brakes. I can head for the bike shop (Decathlon) who sold them, but the mechanics never seem to be...

I have just ordered and received two sets of Swissstop brake pads for my TRP Spyre cable operated disc brakes, but looking at videos and pictures online, a small part appears to be absent from the brakes currently on my bike. In the picture below, you can see what the pad retaining pin is...

hi there, I'm trying to install a weinmann rear brake to my vintage bike to match the front brake. I have all the parts except for this black nipple bit that attaches to the lever and seems to hold the cable housing still so that the lever can pull only the brake cable inside but i have no idea...

I'm selling this very nice Jamis Ventura Race. 56cm It's a great all rounder, quick and fairly light but has 28c tyres which provide a nice comfortable ride. Has a decent spec including full carbon forks, TRP Spyre disc brakes, Tiagra 20 speed gears, Rtcher bars and stem, carbon seat post...

Hello All There is difference in the brake between the Giant defy advanced 2 2019 and 2020 2019 has Giant Conduct SL Disc 2020 has Shimano 105 hydraulic both looks disc but what is the main difference Thank you

So, I've got SRAM Apex disc brakes, the front pads have worn down so took them out. Thought I should check back ones so done the same. Obviously this includes taking out the retaining clip too. This is the first time in changing/inspecting the brake pads. If I knew about these retaining clips...

Hi all. I own a CAADX with Promax brakes which are now getting silly. I’m adjusting them weekly and they’re continuously spongy after a day or two, to the point where I’m feeling unsure whenever I’m out on it. someone has today recommended these as an alternative...