Shimano XT M8000 vs. M8020. Now they're finished, and bring new pistons, bigger pads, … Newsletter Settings, Viewing 16 posts - 1 through 16 (of 16 total), Premier Partners for Singletrack issues & exclusive subscriber perks, Metcheck MTB Weather Forecasts At A Glance, Christmas Countdown Day 20 – Park Tool AK-5 Advanced Mechanic Tool Kit, Fresh Goods Friday 529 – The Quiet Mad Friday In Edition, Christmas Countdown Day 19 – MilKit Tubeless Bundle, A Dog’s Life Episode 4 With Brendan Fairclough, Track Walk: Brendan Fairclough’s Newest ‘Dog’s Life’ Line, This topic has 15 replies, 14 voices, and was last updated. This simple upgrade allows for the direct attachment of Shimano and SRAM shifters on your Formula brake, giving the bike a clean look. Switched wholesale from Shimano to SRAM a few years ago just as the dreaded Shimano wandering bite point issue developed (though did briefly have some Shimano MT520 4 pots on one bike, which were very good and didn’t suffer from this actually! Shimano XTR BL-M9100 Brake Lever. Not tried 4’s, but the Cura 2 uses the same lever/master cylinder FWIW. With Cura 4 Formula set a very ambitious goal for themselves, they tried to go beyond even their own expectations. I much prefer the new Shimano 4 pots and also like codes. Inside is Mineral Oil, but their own version that they say has a higher boiling point than other mineral oils, but also a lower freezing point. The brake design is based on the new XTR stoppers and features a similar appearance. Very detailed reviews of them on nsmb.com, worth a read. Shimano Deore XT RT-MT800 Center Lock Disc Brake Rotor - 160mm, 180mm or 203mm. Luckily the only spares I’ve needed had been a replacement lever blade (very easy swap compared to guides), and a new bleed screw after I mangled the seal. More than that, they say it has excellent modulation and is easy to use for any level of rider. Buy now. Following this thread as I almost bought some last week. You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Plus the shiny silver finish is lovely. They say it really depends on how the pad is designed and how it’s positioned in the caliper, plus the braking surface height of the rotor. In comparison to the poster above, I had no issues setting them up and just aligned them. Full Member. Keep up the great work! The inline design means the lever’s pivot point is ideally located for a natural feel. I’ve just put some Rahox pads in my 2 pots. Starbike.com were cheapest when I bought mine. The tech behind Shimano’s flagship groupset, XTR, gradually trickles down to lower levels. Chain Reaction Cycles. Shimano XT BR-M8120 Disc Brake Set w/ N03A Resin Pads J-Kit. I used the Cura with Formula's one-piece and two-piece rotors with no notable difference in performance. I also used the Cura with a 160mm Shimano XTR Centre Lock rotor and a 203mm Magura Storm HC rotor and … Claimed weight is 379g (including 160mm rotor, bolts, 85cm hose). Mobi V-17 Portable Bike Pressure Washer - Blue - Grey, Blue - Grey. They just work. View Vital MTB member rpearce1475's mountain bike check 'Evil Following V3'. I have a set and really like the power and modulation they work very well for me but brake pad availability is a pain. Click to expand... Shimano fan here too, that’s why I might go the Deore way , no pumping issues on those...but XT … $103.99 . Formula CURA 2020 Silver Polish (front + rear) NEW. The takeaway? Bikerumor.com is the world’s largest cycling tech blog. Shimano Deore BR-M6100 Disc Brake Set J-Kit. You human? More rollback means more clearance for less likelihood of brake drag/rub if the rotor’s not perfectly straight) Formula’s prior R1R and other brakes had ~0.3mm rollback, so it’s an extremely minimal change, but they say you can feel it and it makes a big difference.eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'bikerumor_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_1',103,'0','0'])); The pistons are forged, so they’re strong, then anodized to reduce internal friction. Shimano XT BR-M8120 / BR-M8100 Disc Brake Set w/ Resin Pads J-Kit. Straightforward is a good word, they’reeasy to bleed, easy to set up, easy to get along with. The calipers are all new and, while they look petite thanks to the sculpted forged body, they’re hiding four oversized 18mm pistons and larger than normal brake pads. Mountain Bike Review's list of brakes for user reviews, editorial reviews, bike deals, used bikes and more - mtbr.com Best Value – Shimano ZEE; Formula Cura; Hope Tech 3 V4; MAGURA MT5; MAGURA MT Trail Sport; Shimano Deore; Shimano SAINT; Shimano XT M8000; SRAM CODE RSC; SRAM CODE R; Trickstuff … The Cura 4 master cylinder is the same as on the Cura 2, offering tool-free reach adjust and a nice linear feel. Premier Club Shimano SLX or XT brakes. We offer branding well beyond the standard banner, providing meaningful interaction and powerful connections to drive awareness and sales for your company. If I were buying a new brake set today it would be a Formula Cura 2. Formula product code: FD94175-CP (Front standard) FD04175-CP (Rear + speed lock). Hope Tech 3 E4 Disc Brake. The Cura … Press enter for more information. Look for this rotor to be quiet, stop quickly, and likely come with the standard 2-piston Cura soon, too. Perfect to help de-clutter handlebars busy with the many clamps today’s bikes employ. The reach adjust is annoying and needs a small Allen key, that’s my only gripe. Hope Tech 3 E4 Disc Brake. They also offer optional mounts to work with Shimano or SRAM shifters, keeping the cockpit tidy. £59.99-33%. Don’t mean to hijack but if anyone reading this has a comparison with Code Rs then I’d be interested to hear it. Best Value – Formula Cura Formula brakes have always been famous, or infamous, for fearsome deceleration combined with ‘stick-in-the-spokes’ modulation. Whether you're after a new groupset, parts to upgrade your ride or a complete new mountain bike, … ^ And this is from a Shimano brake fanboy. Clamp Color: Glossy Black. (Rollback is how far back the pads retract when you release the brake lever. Share. eval(ez_write_tag([[728,90],'bikerumor_com-box-3','ezslot_7',101,'0','0']));We spotted prototypes of the new Formula Cura 4 earlier this year, and even in that pre-production stage, they had won an elite men’s World Cup Downhill race. I particularly like the fact they’ve gone back to basics on adjustment (I never use the pointless bite point adjusters on my brakes, and would prefer lever reach to be an allen key rather than thumbwheel to stop any potential meddlers on the trail!). Shimano Rear Hub Right Cone (For XT FH-M737, LX FH-M585, 105 FH-5600) Expected Thu, Feb 11, 2021 Not yet reviewed. 1 … SHIMANO DEORE XT wheels bring robust performance to any trail. Prices range from $208-$218 (€174-€183) depending on color, and the rotors are sold separately in 160mm, 180mm and 203mm sizes for $27-$35 (€22-€29). The rider’s right side lever can be clamped with a Mix Master adapter to integrate Shimano … I’m tempted by the 2s however not got the best UK availablity. You’re missing a “w” in the code for the Formula web link. At the lever, the SLX and XT … $2.99. • Privacy Policy • Comment Policy Ive go some. If I was to buy a new set depending on the price I’d get code RSC. They felt a little wooden and didn’t really get on with the lever feel. I have the two pots and really rate them I had formula ones before and find these have a lot more modulation and still plenty of power. Also have Cura 2s which are good too, but more XT-like in their immediate bite, that’s the main difference to the 4s as opposed to power, they’re easily the most powerful 2 pot brakes I’ve used. I’ve recently got some coming from XT 2 pots. Also have Cura 2s which are good too, but more XT-like in their immediate bite, that’s the main difference to the 4s as opposed to power, they’re easily the most powerful 2 pot brakes I’ve used. Mostly used for steep enduro/DH riding in Scotland/Alps. Take a little effort to get set up – balancing pistons, getting drag free, but once done they seem to just work. Will see how they last but plenty of power so far. Back Order. Bikerumor.com reaches close to one million passionate cyclists per month. It’s worth having a spare set of pads on your toolbox if you’re on a trip as not many places stock them. CLICK HERE for more info. Available starting September 2018. Besides brakes that are better and can last a 15 min downhill, budget is the primary concern. • About Us, Motorcycle helmet maker HJC gets on the bike with 4 new road cycling lids, Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Reyes Peak, California, Valeo combines electric motor with automatic transmission to revolutionize e-bikes. The rotors are thicker, which means they’re a bit heavier, but the thicker rotor means less vibration, which means less chance of that annoying resonance that turns into that noise that makes nobody want to ride with you.eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'bikerumor_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_4',104,'0','0'])); The rotor is also designed to work equally well with 2-piston and 4-piston brakes, which they say is not always the case. Reminded me a lot of hope brakes. Shimano XT vs SRAM GX: Differences, Pros & Cons. Formula Cura, 2-piston brakes. Had both Cura 2 and 4. 3 Classifieds Rules Formula Cura 4 brake review. Merlin Cycles. Going against the grain, I demoed a geometron with cura 4 pots on them and didn’t really get on with them. 1 color available. I have them. Contact Us We love learning the technology and celebrating innovation at every level -from crowdfunded start ups to major global brands- and sharing it all here with you! Shimano XT … Login/cookie issues? Even very cheap Shimano br-m300 series brakes have worked better for me than this. Get Bikerumor’s top stories delivered straight to your inbox every week! ... 1 review for Formula Cura 4 front/rear … Worth the outlay compared to other offerings? Bikecomponents.ca, your best Canadian source for mountain bike components, parts, frames & bikes. I’ve never had any issues with them, run them with Galfer brake pads. eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'bikerumor_com-box-4','ezslot_3',105,'0','0']));The pads themselves were given the maximum amount of friction surface, and the braking material is thick so they’ll last longer. $230.00 . It’s annoying to get spares, I just go through the Euro sites as the support from Geometron (UK distributor) is non-existant. Basically, it all needs to be designed with the end goal in mind, and in this case they wanted a stiff, durable and versatile brake rotor. $7.99. • Ask A Stupid Question Each adapter kit contains all the components required to connect Jagwire Pro Hydraulic Hoses to popular brakes from SRAM ®, Avid ®, Shimano ®, Formula … Briefly rode a bike with Formula Cura 4’s a few months ago, they felt very good in a wholly unexceptional way, but had plenty enough power and modulation. A real alternative to SRAM and Shimano Our rating . Shimano Freehub Body (12mm Thru-Axle) (w/ Seal, Fixing Bolt and Washer) (For XT FH-M8010, FH-M788) Expected Fri, Dec 18, 2020 Not yet reviewed. The Cura 4 levers use the same master cylinder as the original Cura, with easily accessible bleed ports at the ready when it’s time to refresh the oil. These are the levers I raced for the True Grit Epic project bike build and they’re fantastic. £89.99-40%. So, it should work well in any condition you’re likely to ride in.eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'bikerumor_com-leader-1','ezslot_5',110,'0','0'])); And they come in Bold Gold, which should match SRAM Eagle nicely, and a polished chrome (not shown). Both have a wide range of offerings for all ranges of bike but, in this blog, we are going to take a closer look at the Shimano XT … Designed to work seamlessly with our Pro Hydraulic Hose, Jagwire Quick-Fit™ Adapters are the perfect way to ensure braking performance and durability. Formula Cura … Shimano shipped the four-piston test brakes with their finned resin pad but there is also a non-finned resin option.There are finned and non-finned metallic options as well. Bleed ports top and bottom make it universal left or right (UK versus US, moto versus MTB, etc.) Contact us to connect with them. Best brakes I’ve ever ridden, super powerful (203mm) and fantastic lever feel and modulation. I bought mine for ~£80 per end (+adapters, rotors), which is less than a POS Guide R or SLX. My friend has some. By Chris Smith November 11, 2019. Setting them up rub-free can be annoying, especially if your rotor is slightly out of true. From $189.95 CAD View. How do you feel about them after several rides on them? The all-new Formula Cura 4 piston mountain bike brakes took home World Cup Downhill wins while they were still in prototype phase. Trickstuff Piccola Disc Brake Set. * We cover the shiny new things, with in-depth interviews and detailed stories about how the bicycles and components work, plus reviews to see if they live up to the hype. The new XT components set a whole new standard for MTB excellence POWERFUL: Efficient power transfer and highly responsive braking DYNAMIC: Rider-Tuned 11-speed gear combinations for … From $259.95 CAD View. Who’s got them on their own bike? One of the big performance changes occurred inside the pistons. I was wary of Formula having had less than positive experience of their older models, but these are a different beast. The Cura 4s are much more powerful and have a lot more modulation. *per brake (exept Magura´s MT Trail which have different calipers for front and rear and thereforeonly come as a set**front + rear, w/o rotors Link Removal Back Order. Really like the feel, dead happy so far. Any foibles? I think you’d be happy with either. It’s taken a bit to adjust to losing the on/off feel of XTs but I expected that and am happy with my choice. I have used original sintered pads which are much better in the wet and last a bit longer but are very expensive. They’re also very easy to bleed, and I’ve never had them fade in the alps (3x 2-week Morzine trips). The direction was clear from the beginning, create a brake that had no equal in terms of … Thanks, this is the best article on the new Cura 4’s that I’ve seen. The aluminum tubeless rims are … I really rate the codes. ... I’ve been using split pins on formula fords for years to retain the pads which is a much more harsh environment. AMP, Magura, Hope, Formula and Cannondale had third-generation disc brake systems in production by the time Shimano … • How We Make Money They ship with 175cm hose lengths front and rear, so you’ll need to do some trimming. Prefer the 4’s because they are easier to set up (more pad retraction?). Now, after a couple of false starts, the production version of the Shimano Deore XT disc brake is ready to sell. Formula Cura 4, 4-piston brakes. I have been using Uber bike race matrix which have been perfect all summer, but I have found that they wear at an alarming rate in wet conditions and don’t provide the best power. • Submit News ... item 1 New 2020 Shimano Deore XT M8120 4-Piston Ice Hydraulic Brake set 1600mm 900mm - New 2020 Shimano Deore XT … Now, the finished product is here and they say it’s even more powerful. Forum Rules Buy now. What's 2+2? I'm … Formula 2s on both bikes, excellent power & modulation. 4. thegman67. Initial introduced on the 2-piston Cura brakes, pad rollback is 0.4mm, which is on par with SRAM and Shimano brakes. He had the code r brakes before and likes these. After a new break setup right now. The two-piece system adds 20-grams but is claimed to significantly improve heat management. Shimano … Formula proudly boasts that its Cura 2 is the only two-piston brake to be used on the World Cup circuit. ), was just going to order some Code RSC’s for new build having gone from Guide RS’s to G2 Ultimates, and now just wanting just a touch more power again but with the same consistent control…. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I’d reccomend them over the 4’s, as 2 pots are easier to setup and keep aligned. However, their latest Cura model is an entirely new animal. Hopefully a few more aftermarket options will appear soon. Learn how your comment data is processed. There’s heaps of power, good modulation, and all at a low price. Shimano XT M8000 Shadow+ Rear Derailleur - 11 Speed - Medium Cage GS. Privacy I would assume the 4 pots are also good but I was put off going for them due to pad availability. Shimano and SRAM are two of the biggest cycling component manufacturers in the world. Formula … All that combines with changes at the rotor and pad, too. Our passion is the products, technology and people that make them. • Contact Us Shimano XTR BL-M9100 Brake Lever. SHIMANO DEORE XT – Trail – Tubeless – 148×12 mm Thru Axle – CENTER LOCK – Rear Wheel. The brakes use their SpeedLock system, which makes internal routing easier by eliminating the need to bleed the system after disconnecting (assuming you don’t have to shorten the hose length…and that their SpeedLock ferrule fits through the holes in your frame). For the true Grit Epic project bike build and they say it s. 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