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SRAM 2008 Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brakes

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4.0

 

$44.99 at Performance Bike

 
 

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Pros

  • Great stopping power (6)
  • Easy to install (4)
  • Handles elements well (4)
  • Lightweight (3)
  • Sturdy design (2)
  • Durable (1)
  • Fade- free (1)
  • Versatile (1)
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Cons

  • Noisy when wet (2)
  • Not the lightest (1)

Best Uses

  • Mountain biking (7)
  • Wet conditions (3)
  • All conditions (1)
  • Commuting/city (1)
  • Long distance (1)
  • Road biking (1)
 
 
 

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The Avid BB7 takes the incredible stopping power of hydraulic disc brakes and combines it with the ease and simplicity of mechanical disc brakes!

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Last update: Jun 15, 2009

SRAM 2008 Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brakes Reviews

 

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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

SRAM 2008 Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brakes Review

Great Brakes at a great price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Install
  • Great Stopping Power
  • Handles Elements Well

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Mountain Biking
  • Wet Conditions
 

"I just installed these brakes on two bikes. We bought new wheelsets and decided it was time to go with mechanical disc. These brakes take a ride or two to fully seat but after a couple of rides these things really do a good job. These are our first disc brakes and we could not be happier with thi …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 26 2008
Moe Mullet
Charlottesville, VA
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  • Avid Cyclist
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Price: $44.99
 

SRAM 2008 Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brakes Review

Great brake, especially at the price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Install
  • Great Stopping Power
  • Handles Elements Well

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Mountain Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Wet Conditions
 

"I frequently use my mountain bike as a commuter. The brakes that came with the bike over 5,000 miles ago were giving up the ghost.



I got these brakes, based on brand, realizing they are not top of the line. I wasn’t expecting much, but I was hoping for at least adequate brakes. To my surprise, …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 10 2008
Rob
Burbank, CA
I am:
  • Avid Cyclist
Reviewed at:
Price: $44.99
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

SRAM 2008 Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brakes Review

Good stuff

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Not the lightest

    Best Uses

  • Commuting/City
  • Mountain Biking
 

"I had these on my old MTB, when it wore out, I took them off and put them on my cyclocross/road bike. They are very durable and adjustable. These need a speed dial lever to function at their best, but still work better than other mechanical discs without them. These are not as light as hydraulics. W …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 15 2009
Creed
Cambridge, OH
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  • Avid Cyclist
Reviewed at:
Price: $44.99
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

SRAM 2008 Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brakes Review

Avid BB7!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Great Stopping Power
  • Handles Elements Well
  • Lightweight
  • Sturdy Design

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • All Conditions
  • Long Distance
  • Mountain Biking
 

"I had to find something to replace my old Rock Shox disc brakes (somewhat antiques) and they suggest me to get Avid BB7. WOW! Great suggestion. If you are looking for something you can rely on - well there it is it is Avid BB7 mechanical disc brakes by SRAM, it got great price, great looks, and t …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 31 2009
MetalMan
Sherman Oaks, CA
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  • Avid Cyclist
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Price: $44.99
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

SRAM 2008 Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brakes Review

Mechanical but so powerful

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Great Stopping Power
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Noisy When Wet

    Best Uses

  • Mountain Biking
  • Wet Conditions
 

"I am a heavy rider, 230 lbs....A front disk of 185 mm, a rear one of 160 mm.....It's incredible how powerful they are....Perfect, you just need very good cable loke XTR and you have sometghing perfect "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 29 2009
FrancoisTX
Spring TX
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  • Avid Cyclist
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Price: $44.99
 
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