MTB BRAKES
Shimano Brakes
Due to availability and shipping issues we are offering Shimano products in-store as well as by phone / mail order.
Please use the contact form below to inquire about Shimano product availability, timelines or comparable product!
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The personality of your bike is heavily influenced by your choice of MTB brakes.
Finding the right balance of power and modulation is critical to fine tune your setup. We carry the best brakes in MTB. Proven performance. Great service life. A variety of modulation and snap (or power) offerings.
Scroll down to learn more about our favorite MTB brakes.
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HOPE Tech 4 E4 Black/Black Left
$272.00In-Stock: updated 03/22/23. Ships same or next business day!
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HOPE Tech 4 E4 Black/Black Right
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HOPE Tech 4 E4 Black/Silver Left
$272.00Use Inquiry form for product ETA!
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HOPE Tech 4 E4 Black/Silver Right
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Magura MT5 Brake
$159.00In-Stock: updated 03/22/23. Ships same or next business day!
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Magura MT5 with HC Levers Brake
$189.00In-Stock: updated 03/22/23. Ships same or next business day!
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Magura MT7 Brake
$269.00Use Inquiry form for product ETA!
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Magura MT7 HCW Brake
$269.00In-Stock: updated 03/22/23. Ships same or next business day!
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Magura MT7 Raceline Brake
$319.00In-Stock: updated 03/22/23. Ships same or next business day!
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Magura MT7 with HC3 Lever Brake
$329.00In-Stock: updated 03/22/23. Ships same or next business day!
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Shimano Deore M6120 Front (left)
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Shimano Deore M6120 Rear (right)
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Shimano SLX M7120 Front (left)
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Shimano SLX M7120 Rear (right)
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Shimano XT M8120 Front (left)
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Shimano XT M8120 Rear (right)
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Shimano XTR M9120 Front (left)
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Shimano XTR M9120 Rear (right)
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Modulation is defined as how power is applied. Brakes with excellent modulation like Magura and Hope apply power consistent with lever pull.
Snap (or power) is how much stopping force the brakes have. Brakes like Shimano and Magura offer similar, class leading, levels of total power. How the power comes on (or modulates) is quite different.
Shimano brakes bring power on quite quickly. This is in part due to the short lever found on the Shimano brake lineup which reduces leverage and throw. Riders who are greatly effective with Shimano brakes almost “abs” their brakes with quick finger movements. Some Shimano riders gravitate to smaller rotors to provide a bit more modulation.
Magura Brakes
Magura brakes tend to bring power on more subtly. This allows riders to set a bike’s attitude during cornering, etc. With the level of modulation Magura brakes are known for riders often can ride larger rotors for maximum power without creating “jumpy” setups.
4 piston and 2 piston options provide even more control of setup. With a minimal weight difference more and more riders lean towards 4 piston brakes for the additional power and heat capacity. 4 piston MTB brakes allow riders to look at smaller rotors for improved modulation without sacrificing power or heat capacity.
HOPE Brakes
We offer hope brakes in standard colors as well as custom configurations. With current production and shipping windows, even on stock colors, most Hope E4 and V4 buyers are opting for custom configurations for a unique look. Use our builder and contact our team. Your custom brakes will likely be a similar window to the stock colors!
Questions? No problem our team is here to help. Chat with one of our sales team to help define which brakes are best for your riding style and specifics.
Want to learn more about MTB brakes and setup? Take a look at some of our brake specific blog content!
MTB Brake Content: Reviews, Tips & Tricks
Learn how bigger brakes can improve small bump compliance
Read a 3 year review on Magura MT5 brakes
View a Magura MT7 First Ride Review
or read our Tips & Tricks: Brakes section