How good is Shimano Saint?
How good is Shimano Saint?
The existence of Shimano Saint represents everything that is both good and horrible about the current state of the bike industry. When it comes to performance, it doesn’t get better than Saint. And while that may be a bold statement, consider this: Saint is essentially the XTR of durable, performance gravity riding.
Is Saint better than XTR?
XTR/XT/SLX 4 have same performance as Saint, provided both used with sintered pads. XTR/XT/SLX 4 weight less and are slightly less fade/heat resistant (less caliper material) vs. Saint. XTR/XT/SLX 4 levers (BL-9/8/7120) have a more flat Servo-Wave curve, providing slightly more/better modulation vs.
Are Saint brakes good?
The Shimano Saint M820 hydraulic disc brakes are a superb, powerful and a mostly reliable brake. They are good value given the stopping power on offer and they look pretty sweet too!
Are Magura brakes good?
Magura’s MT7 Pro brakes offer powerful and predictable stopping power, require zero maintenance and manage heat better than most of the brakes I’ve ridden. The thicker, 2mm rotors are durable, resist warping and the oversized 4-piston caliper is ready to stop you no matter how steep it gets.
Why choose the Shimano Saint M810 disc brake?
For many world cup downhill racers the Shimano Saint M810 disc brake is standard equipment, proven on multiple occasions it’s worthy of a medal or two. For us here, it make just as much sense on one of our enduro or e-bikes so we can have as much stopping power as we want.
What makes the Saint hydraulic disc brake so special?
The ultimate gravity and downhill brake, the SAINT hydraulic disc brake features a rigid caliper, 4-ceramic pistons, and integrated ICE TECHNOLOGIES heat management.
Why choose Saint sm-rt99 disc brake rotors?
For consistent braking in all weather conditions, SAINT SM-RT99 disc brake rotors deliver excellent stopping power for the most aggressive riding. The ICE TECHNOLOGIES FREEZA rotors dissipate heat to maintain braking performance on long downhill stretches.
What is the difference between the Shimano Saint ice technologies brake levers?
Shimano’s advanced Saint ICE Technologies brake levers feature shorter more ergonomic levers that feature tool free lever adjustment and adjustable free stroke for the ultimate in customization. The new Saint has superior heat-management with self insulating ceramic pistons and radiator fin extra wide pads.
