I have had shimano's for a little over a year and no regrets. Plenty of power...no fade no upkeep. I bled them, i put them on, and ive replaced a set of pads.
Yeah, what he said. Shimano's might lack appeal but they work great, are not too expensive, and you can find parts just about anywhere if you need 'em. That's true of hayes too, but not avid (yet) or magura (ever).
My vote: Get a set of Saint or xt calipers, regular xt levers, and shimano or hayes rotors and be happy.
Been running them on several different bikes over the last 5 years or so....I've never felt a nicer brake. More power than anybody needs, and a lever feel that allows complete control with one finger.
Just finished riding and all I can say is wow. If you remember the first time you went from v-brakes or canti's to discs this is about the same amount of difference between h(g)ayes and gustav's. Modulation is incredible and power is great. Set-up was a breeze . If you are getting a set I would recomend the 190mm front rotor unless your a big guy, the 210 is realy almost too much power. I can't vouch long term but inital impressions are VERY possitive.
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