Brakes/Levers/Pads

For the stop/start world of cyclocross, Avid makes the inimitable Shorty Ultimate Rim Brake. The ideal balance of power, control and weight, the Ultimates are the choice of pro crossers across the globe. They offer an open design that clears mud quickly while also dishing out serious stopping power and modulation. Just a twist of the in-line cable adjustment knob lets you dial in cable tension, and you can choose between a wide or narrow stance for increased mud clearance or power. And, the Shorty uses standard road cartridge pads for easy maintenance.

This high-end version of the BB7 has a durable anodized finish and titanium hardware, as well as lighter brake pads. - For use with short cable-pull levers - Includes aluminum-backed organic pads - For use with short cable-pull levers - Caliper has 74mm mounting bolt spacing; mounting adaptors are sold separately - Brake Caliper Type: Post Mount - Brake Lever Actuation: Short Pull - Hub/Disc Compatibility: 6-Bolt - Rotor Included: No - Weight: 184 g

Avid's flyweight X0 stoppers are powerful enough to stop you on a dime and sensitive enough to modulate you down the trickiest descents. With Avid's Contact Point Adjustment, Power Reserve Geometry, and lever reach adjust it's simple and easy to choose between the modulation of a longer throw or the instantaneous power of a short throw. Combine that with Avid's Deep Stroke Modulation and TaperBore technology that gives you incredible control over these hugely powerful brakes and you have some of the most customizable, controllable stoppers around. And, perfect installation has never been easier thanks to Avid's renowned Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System. The X0 also comes spec'd with Avid's HS1 rotor.