SHIMANO 105 BR 5600 BRAKE CALIPER REAR BLACK US $49.00

SHIMANO 105 DUAL PIVOT BRAKE US $49.99

Shimano 105 Brake BR5600R R55C2 105 US $52.00

Shimano 105 brake caliper US $52.26

Shimano 105 ST 5603 Left Triple STI Road Shifter Brake Lever 170 mm US $69.96

NEW Shimano 105 BR 5700 Bicycle Brake Caliper w Pads Silver Replacement Spare US $54.99

The price of Shimano 105 brakes is often around $50 although there are several different models. The one you decide to go for will ultimately affect the price. If you don’t mind buying used Shimano 105 brakes then you can often find them for cheaper than this although they may not be in top condition especially if they’ve been used heavily in the past.

One of the features of the Shimano 105 brakes is that they are built using a Super SLR Dual Pivot design. This helps to increase the performance of the brakes and also makes for light usage action. The brakes also come with convex washers which allow you to easily adjust the brakes to your own personal feel.

A commonly overlooked part of buying a new set of brakes is how easy it is to replace the shoes. The 105 brakes come with cartridge shoes which mean they can be easily replaced. Along with the ease of adjustment this makes the Shimano 105 brakes a convenient choice.

An important part of any bike component is how it looks. 105 brakes are built using lightweight aluminum which not only helps to keep the overall weight down but also means they look great. The aluminum is given an anodized finish too. The construction of the pedals is also sturdy which means they can stand up to a large amount of use.

Overall, if you want to upgrade entry level bike brakes then the 105 series may be a good option. The braking performance is superior to that of generic bike brakes that come with a standard bike and the price is also fair. Although the 105 brakes aren’t the best brakes on the market they provide a good balance between cost, weight and performance.

Avid Elixir R 185 1400 Mtb Disc Brake Brake Black US $79.93

Avid Elixir R MTB Disc Brake 185 750 Black US $79.93

2012 Avid MTB BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake 160mm G3 Rotor US $79.95

AVID ELIXIR 5 MTB FRONT DISC BRAKE 185 OR 203 MM 850 OR 1000 MM HOSE NEW US $79.99

AVID BB5 Disc Brake Calipers Front Rear 160mm Rotors IS Adaptors New in Box US $79.99

Avid G3 Clean Sweep Disc Brake Rotor 6 bolt 160mm MTB XC Trekking 2pc US $80.00

Avid Elixir Disc Brakes

There are several different types of Avid Elixir disc brakes for sale – namely the Elixir CR Mag, Elixir CR, Elixir R and Elixir 5. All the models are hydraulic disc brakes rather than ball bearing. The price of Elixir disc brakes for sale depends on the exact model. For example, Avid Elixir R front disc brakes will cost around $200 in most cases. It’s important to look at the different features of the various Avid Elixir disc brakes as well as what they are intended to be used for. For example, the Elixir CR Mag is intended for All Mountain, trail and XC biking only. It also comes with a carbon fiber lever as well as a light lever body.

Avid Code Disc Brakes

There are two models of Avid Code disc brakes – the Code and Code 5. Both are built to provide precision breaking and are intended to be used in downhill and freeride situations. The Code 5 can also be used for all mountain bikes and comes with a four piston caliper. Avid Code 5 disc brakes are simplified compared to Code brakes and hence are usually cheaper while still providing drip free bleeding and power reserve geometry. The Avid code series are hydraulic disc brakes.

Avid BB5 Disc Brakes

One of the several ball bearing Avid disc brakes is the BB5. There are two versions – the BB5 and BB5 Road.  Avid claim that the BB5 disc brake is the easiest mechanical disc brake to setup. There is also the ability to easily adjust the modulation of the brakes which is a bonus compared to hydraulics. Avid BB5 disc brakes are relatively inexpensive compared to other models due to their simplicity.

Avid BB7 Disc Brakes

The other series of ball bearing Avid disc brakes is the BB7. This also comes in a regular and road version. Avid BB7 disc brakes for sale are a bit more expensive than their BB5 cousin although still a lot cheaper than other options.

SRAM 2010 Force left brake lever blade assemby US $72.91

SRAM 2010 Force right brake lever blade assemby US $72.91

SRAM Brake Caliper Force Front US $88.50

SRAM Brake Caliper Force Rear US $88.91

SRAM Force Caliper Road Brake Set 1 Pair Silver 282g US $89.95

SRAM Force TT Brake lever set lr US $91.25

Price

A set of SRAM Force brakes (rear and front caliper set) can cost anywhere up to $180 although there are some available for cheaper than this. As we always say, used SRAM Force brakes can often be found for cheap prices if you’re willing to take the time to look. The price also depends on which version of the Force series the brakes are. Newer editions such as the 2010 model will nearly always be more expensive.

Specifications

SRAM Force brakes are designed to be lightweight as well as to complement the sleek design of the rest of the Force series of components. According to SRAM, the SRAM Force brakeset is manufactured to provide maximum power while at the same time remaining lightweight enough to be viable on a road bike. Some of the features of the SRAM Force brakes include:

•    A skeletonized “Dual Pivot” system which allows for increased breaking power as well as a greater sense of progression during braking.
•    Manufactured using stainless steel pivot bolts and cold forged arms for greater durability.
•    An indexed quick release system and powerful springs mean that the brakes return to their original position quickly and sharply.
•    A weight of 280g.
•    SRAM Pad with a cartridge holder that can be adjusted to suit an individual cyclist's own needs and personal preference.

Overall, the SRAM force brakeset provides a number of the features of SRAM Red brakes for a lower price. It’s important to try them out before you buy, however, in order to make sure that they are the right kind of brakes for your riding style.

Force Series

SRAM openly admit that the SRAM Force series (2010 edition) uses many similar components and technologies to the Red series. This is definitely not a bad thing as the SRAM Red series is one of the company’s flagship products. The total weight of the SRAM Force series is only 1951g and it includes the Dual Pivot brakes as well as a stiffer crankset. Along with the SRAM Force brakeset the other components such as the PowerChain, Cassette and DoubleTap controls are all worth considering.

Campagnolo Chorus Brakes US $30.00

FINE CAMPAGNOLO CENTAUR BRAKES Front Rear US $35.99

FINE USED CAMPAGNOLO CENTAUR BRAKES Front Rear US $35.99

vintage campagnolo chorus brakes brakeset monoplanar original pads recessed nut US $130.00

Campagnolo Record Brakeset Front and Rear Campy Brakes and Pads NO RESERVE US $41.00

Campagnolo Super Record Brake Brakes Set US $49.99

Campagnolo Veloce Brakes

Veloce brakes are one of the cheaper Campagnolo brakes for sale at the moment. You can buy standard Veloce calipers for as little as $50 in some cases. Like many of the Campagnolo groupsets the Veloce comes with two different versions – the standard and Skeleton models. Skelton brakes only have a single fulcrum on the rear wheel although the torque applied by both types of brakes is guaranteed. Skelton brakes are more expensive than the standard model.

Campagnolo Centaur Brakes

Campagnolo Centaur brakes are around $110 for the Skelton version although as always if you can find used Campagnolo brakes then you’ll be able to get them cheaper. Make sure you check who is selling cheap Campagnolo brakes before you buy though as it’s important to know that they can be trusted. Centaur brakes have been built to be as light as possible while retaining the performance that has made them so popular amongst riders over the years. The design of the Centaur brakes is very aggressive compared with other models and the front brake is more powerful compared to the rear in order to reduce the chances of locking up.

Campagnolo Mirage Brakes

Campagnolo Mirage brakes usually cost around $50 for the standard version. Mirage Pivot brakes only weigh around 340g and come with a design that improves braking power while at the same time increasing modulation and progressiveness.

Other Campagnolo Brakes

Some other Campagnolo brakes available include the Delta, Chorus and Xenon. Campagnolo are well known for their style and devotion to aesthetics to its no surprise that all the brakes manufactured by them look great. When buying Campagnolo brakes make sure you have a look at the different options before making a decision. You also need to ensure that you know which model of Campagnolo brakes you are getting. Brakes manufactured by the company are often updated to reduce weight and increasing braking power.

SRAM Rival brake shoe holder US $29.80

SRAM Force Rival Brake Pad Inserts Carbon rim Pair US $33.93

SRAM RIVAL BLACK BRAKE PAD HOLDER US $36.50

SRAM Red Force Rival 2010 Dark Silver Brake Shoe and Pads by SwissStop Pair US $39.99

SRAM Rival road brake calipers Short reach silver Barely used US $40.00

SRAM 2010 Red Force Rival Brake Pad Dark Silver Holde US $40.77

Price

The price of an SRAM Rival road bike brake caliper set is a reasonable $80-120 depending on where you decide to buy them from. SRAM Rival brakes are finished with a black coloring. If you’re willing to look at second hand SRAM Rival brakes then there are many bargains to be found and you could end up saving a lot of money. With brakes it’s especially important to ensure that you know what condition they are in before you buy, however.

It’s usually a good idea to compare SRAM Force vs SRAM Rival brakes if you can before you make a choice. Although SRAM Force brakes are more expensive it may be worth paying the extra money in some cases.

Specifications

Like the SRAM Force the SRAM Rival brakeset is built to allow for a large amount of stopping power that can be applied progressively. It’s also manufactured to be as lightweight as possible in order to keep the weight of the overall components series down.

SRAM Rival brakes use a skeletonized Dual Pivot system which is designed to increase the amount of braking power available to the rider. The Dual Pivot system also helps to provide the increased progressive feel that many riders crave.

SRAM Rival Series

Along with SRAM Rival brakes there are a number of other components contained within the Rival product line. All the components are designed to complement each other aesthetically and in function. For example, the series includes front and back derailleurs, crankset, cassette and DoubleTap controls. Some of the features of the SRAM Rival component series include carbon levers, a Zero Loss shifting system and a number of routing options for cables. If you’re looking for a series of components that are high performance but won’t break the bank then the Rival series is one to consider.