Offering the best compromise for UK cross country riders. The hardwearing compound ensures that they perform well all year round against the mud and crud that UK riding can involve.
To this day, the BB5 continues to attract all types of riders who crave the simplicity and elegant function of arguably the world s best cable-actuated brake. It s more powerful and is easier to set up than any mechanical disc system that's ever gone before thanks to the precision ball bearing actuation, Monoblock forged body, inboard pad adjustment and tool-free installation. Avid's Tri-Align caliper positioning system allows the caliper to be aligned perfectly in 3 easy steps; simply loosen the caliper mounting bolts, pull the brake lever tight and then with the lever held re-tighten the mounting bolts, it's that easy.Fitment: IS (With Supplied Adaptor), Post MountPads: OrganicWeight: 333g
To this day, the BB5 continues to attract all types of riders who crave the simplicity and elegant function of arguably the world s best cable-actuated brake. It s more powerful and is easier to set up than any mechanical disc system that's ever gone before thanks to the precision ball bearing actuation, Monoblock forged body, inboard pad adjustment and tool-free installation. Avid's Tri-Align caliper positioning system allows the caliper to be aligned perfectly in 3 easy steps; simply loosen the caliper mounting bolts, pull the brake lever tight and then with the lever held re-tighten the mounting bolts, it's that easy.Fitment: IS (With Supplied Adaptor), Post MountPads: OrganicWeight: 333g
To this day, the BB5 continues to attract all types of riders who crave the simplicity and elegant function of arguably the world s best cable-actuated brake. It s more powerful and is easier to set up than any mechanical disc system that's ever gone before thanks to the precision ball bearing actuation, Monoblock forged body, inboard pad adjustment and tool-free installation. Avid's Tri-Align caliper positioning system allows the caliper to be aligned perfectly in 3 easy steps; simply loosen the caliper mounting bolts, pull the brake lever tight and then with the lever held re-tighten the mounting bolts, it's that easy.Fitment: IS (With Supplied Adaptor), Post MountPads: OrganicWeight: 333gIncludes caliper, rotor and IS brake mount
Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc BrakeAlthough the BB5 disc brake falls within the "entry-level" range of Avid's brakes, there is nothing entry-level about its braking power. This mechanical disc brake comes with an advanced, yet simple to setup alignment system and an adjustment knob to let you dial in your preferred bite point. After one use of this brake caliper you'll be wondering if it's under-priced.Reasons to Buy: Simple to setup. Adjustment knob.Affordable.Features: Brake Type: Mechanical disc brake (cable operated) Caliper Design: Mechanical, monoblock Finish: Satin Black Rotor: G2 CleanSweep 160mm Pad: Sintered Mount Type: Post mount Adjustment: Inboard Knob Pad Adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning Compatibility: Mountain bike style cable brake levers (levers not included) Included: BB5 mechanical disc brake caliper, disc brake pads (installed), G2 CleanSweep 160mm rotor Sold individually Single piston caliper Manufacturer Reference Code: 00.5016.166.060 Weight: 335g (approx)Technologies: Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System: Another original Avid technology making your life better - there’s never been an easier brake to install and adjust. With Avid’s Tri-AlignCaliper Positioning System, aligning the caliper to the rotor literally takes seconds. Just loosen the CPS bolts a little, and then squeeze the brake lever while re-tightening the bolts. Perfect caliper alignment - just like thatBuy Avid Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Entry-Level, Schmentry-LevelThe BB5 offers our Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System, tool-free pad replacement, a melt-forged body and an inboard pad adjustment knob. One try and you’ll wonder if the BB5s are really entry-level brakes.Tech Spec : Weight : 335 grams (160mm rotor; front post mount),Caliper Design : Mechanical, Monoblok,Finish : Satin Black,Rotor : G2 CleanSweep , 160/180/200mm,Pad : Sintered,Adjustment : Inboard Knob Pad Adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning,Compatibility : Mountain style levers,Intended Use : XC/Trail/AM.Technologies : Tri-Align™ Caliper Positioning System™Another original Avid technology making your life better—there’s never been an easier brake to install and adjust. With Avid’s Tri-Align™Caliper Positioning System™, aligning the caliper to the rotor literally takes seconds. Just loosen the CPS™ bolts a little, and then squeeze the brake lever while re-tightening the bolts. Perfect caliper alignment—just like that.
Entry-Level, Schmentry-Level - Set it and forget itSmooth, powerful braking performance that’s simple to set up and easy to adjust. Bad weather or rough roads? Not even a factor with BB7’s reliable mechanical performance.The BB5 offers our Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System, tool-free pad replacement, a melt-forged body and an inboard pad adjustment knob. One try and you’ll wonder if the BB5s are really entry-level brakes.Tri-Align™ Caliper Positioning System™Another original Avid technology making your life better - there’s never been an easier brake to install and adjust. With Avid’s Tri-Align™Caliper Positioning System™, aligning the caliper to the rotor literally takes seconds. Just loosen the CPS™ bolts a little, and then squeeze the brake lever while re-tightening the bolts. Perfect caliper alignment - just like that.Features : 160mm G2CS Rotor included,Front or rear,Front or Rear-Includes IS Brackets, Rotor Bolts.Tech Spec : Weight : 335 grams (160mm rotor; front post mount),Caliper Design : Mechanical, Monoblok,Finish : Satin Black,Rotor : G2 CleanSweep , 160/180/200mm,Pad : Sintered,Adjustment : Inboard Knob Pad Adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning,Compatibility : Mountain style levers,Intended Use : XC/Trail/AM.
Discover The Disc Brake DifferenceDisc brakes aren’t just for mountain bikes any more. One ride with the smooth, powerful BB5 Road and you’ll know the confidence and control that disc brakes bring to your road riding adventures.Tri-Align™ Caliper Positioning System™Another original Avid technology making your life better - there’s never been an easier brake to install and adjust. With Avid’s Tri-Align™Caliper Positioning System™, aligning the caliper to the rotor literally takes seconds. Just loosen the CPS™ bolts a little, and then squeeze the brake lever while re-tightening the bolts. Perfect caliper alignment - just like that.Tech Spec : Weight : 335 grams (160mm rotor; front post mount),Caliper Design : Mechanical, Monoblok,Finish : Platinum,Rotor : G2 CleanSweep 160mm/180mm/200mm,Pad : Sintered,Adjustment : Inboard Knob Pad Adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning,Compatibility : Road style levers,Intended Use : CX/TRK/URBAN/ROAD,International Standard,Mechanical Disc.
Discover The Disc Brake DifferenceDisc brakes aren’t just for mountain bikes any more. One ride with the smooth, powerful BB5 Road and you’ll know the confidence and control that disc brakes bring to your road riding adventures.Tech Spec : Weight : 335 grams (160mm rotor; front post mount),Caliper Design : Mechanical, Monoblok,Finish : Platinum,Rotor : G2 CleanSweep 160mm/180mm/200mm,Pad : Sintered,Adjustment : Inboard Knob Pad Adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning,Compatibility : Road style levers,Intended Use : CX/TRK/URBAN/ROAD.Technologies : Tri-Align™ Caliper Positioning System™Another original Avid technology making your life better—there’s never been an easier brake to install and adjust. With Avid’s Tri-Align™Caliper Positioning System™, aligning the caliper to the rotor literally takes seconds. Just loosen the CPS™ bolts a little, and then squeeze the brake lever while re-tightening the bolts. Perfect caliper alignment—just like that.
Avid's BB7 is more powerful and easier to set up than any mechanical disc system that's ever gone before, surpassing the performance of it's little brother the BB5 by providing dual sided pad adjustment via the large red dial on each side, this addition allows the rider to fine tune the distance between the rotor and pad contact surface, maintaining maximum stopping power as the pads wear. Precision ball bearing actuation, 2 piece forged body ensures any rider can tune the feel of the brakes to suit their preferences. Whilst the Tri-Align caliper positioning system allows the caliper to be aligned perfectly in 3 easy steps; simply loosen the caliper mounting bolts, pull the brake lever tight and then with the lever held re-tighten the mounting bolts, it's that easy.Fitment: IS (With Supplied Adapter), Post MountPads: OrganicWeight: 329g
Avid's BB7 is more powerful and easier to set up than any mechanical disc system that's ever gone before, surpassing the performance of it's little brother the BB5 by providing dual sided pad adjustment via the large red dial on each side, this addition allows the rider to fine tune the distance between the rotor and pad contact surface, maintaining maximum stopping power as the pads wear. Precision ball bearing actuation, 2 piece forged body ensures any rider can tune the feel of the brakes to suit their preferences. Whilst the Tri-Align caliper positioning system allows the caliper to be aligned perfectly in 3 easy steps; simply loosen the caliper mounting bolts, pull the brake lever tight and then with the lever held re-tighten the mounting bolts, it's that easy.Fitment: IS (With Supplied Adapter), Post MountPads: OrganicWeight: 329g