TRP Slate T4 Brakes
TRP’s Slate T4 brakes are an affordable option for a four-piston Trail bike brake. But how do they stack up against some of the more expensive options in that space, as well as bigger, downhill-focused options?
Brakes
Hayes Dominion A4 Brakes
After 6 months of testing, the Hayes Dominion A4 has become one of our all-time favorite brakes for aggressive trail and DH riding.
2017 SRAM Code RSC Brakes
Our Mountain Bike editor calls the SRAM Code brakes the best he’s ever ridden. Check out his review to see why.
Update: TRP Slate Brakes
The TRP Slate brakes offer a great finish and modulation, and we’ve swapped out brake pads to see if we could boost their stopping power. See our update.
2nd Look: SRAM Guide Brakes
The SRAM Guide Brake offers great power and modulation at a competitive weight and a reasonable price.
Magura MT5 Next Brakes
The MT5 delivers a tremendous amount of controllable power at a reasonable price for a high-end brake.
FSA Afterburner Disc Brakes
UPDATE: the price for the FSA Afterburners is now $90 lower, and we’ve added to our review a note on the brakes’ durability. If you’re looking for fantastic lever feel and great stopping power for an XC or trail bike, read this.
SRAM Guide RSC Brakes
In 2.5 months of testing, the SRAM Guide RSC brakes have been reliable and powerful, while providing outstanding modulation.
Avid Elixir 9 Trail Brakes
The Elixir 9 Trail brakes maintain the elements we liked about Avid brakes in the past, but also offer some important improvements.
2012 Hope Tech Evo M4 Brake Set
The Hope Tech Evo M4 brakes are ultra reliable, stack up extremely well against the competition, and are at home on nearly any ride—from a general-purpose trail bike to a true downhill race bike.
Shimano XTR Trail Brake
The Shimano XTR Trail brake is a solid option to save weight without compromising stopping power. And after a season of testing, our reviewer has yet to experience any fade.
2011 Avid XO Hydraulic Disc Brake Set
Avid’s XO hydraulic disc brake set got put through its paces, and impressed at every step.
2010-2011 Formula THE ONE Brakes
THE ONE brakes by Formula are some of the lightest and best performing brakes out there. (Especially with one highly recommended, relatively expensive upgrade.)