FORMULA'S MOST POWERFUL brake gets an enduro makeover, providing excellent power-to-weight performance for those who can afford it.
The Italian company's
stoppers have always had a distinctive soft squeeze feel, but modulation is
excellent in sketchy conditions. You need to treat the serious amount of power
with respect though, especially as it comes on very early in the stroke (which won't
suit riders who like their stopping to start with the lever almost at the
grip). Wider pad retraction gives acceptable clearance but accurate set-up is
crucial and they can squeal violently if dirty. Bleeding needs patience and the
tiny alloy clamp bolts need care too but they contribute to an XC lever weight
for the DH strength performance. That does come at a massive price though.
WEIGHT 393g
POWER 121m/s-2
PRICE 440$
