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Cred: 29 | Review by NoCarsGo on Jun. 05, 2009
Good Features
Nice entry level disc brake. It will stop you when you need it to. I'm using a BB5 on each wheel of my 09 Gary Fisher G2 hardtail with Shimano XT centerlock rotors.
Bad Features
Don't spend too much on these, I wouldn't drop more than $30 per wheel for caliper and rotor. The BB7 offers more adjustability for only about $20 more per wheel.
You also might find that you wear through pads quicker with these. Since they have less adjustability you can have some nasty drag on your pads and not even notice it while you're riding.
Recommended Alternatives
I got a set for free, but if I was buying a new mechanical disc set I would choose the BB7. |
Read 4 Reviews | Add a Review | Read 4 Retailer DescriptionsFrom eBikeStop:Avid Road BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake includes caliper and rotor, lever sold separately. - Designed to be used with drop bar brake levers
- Monoblok caliper design has outboard pad adjustment
- Spring tension is adjustable
Item SpecificationsBrake Usage F/RFront,RearHub/Brake Compatibility6-Bolt DiscBrake TypeDiscBrake Lever ActuationShort PullRotor Size160mmCaliper Type74mm Post MountDisc Mount Type51mm I.S. Front,51mm I.S. Rear,74mm Post MountHydraulic Hose LengthNot Included Was this useful? Yes | No |
Add ReviewAverage Review: 2.5 out of 5 (4 Reviews)
Cred: 29 | Review by NoCarsGo on Jun. 05, 2009
Good Features
Nice entry level disc brake. It will stop you when you need it to. I'm using a BB5 on each wheel of my 09 Gary Fisher G2 hardtail with Shimano XT centerlock rotors.
Bad Features
Don't spend too much on these, I wouldn't drop more than $30 per wheel for caliper and rotor. The BB7 offers more adjustability for only about $20 more per wheel.
You also might find that you wear through pads quicker with these. Since they have less adjustability you can have some nasty drag on your pads and not even notice it while you're riding.
Recommended Alternatives
I got a set for free, but if I was buying a new mechanical disc set I would choose the BB7. |
Cred: 8 | Review by CDUB03 on May. 05, 2008
Good Features
A really nice smooth disk brake. Works very well and im very pleased with them.
Bad Features
You need good cables or you might need to buy some with them cause they are quite hard on them.
Recommended Alternatives
Good cables. |
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| Image |  | | Name | BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake | | Brand | Avid | | Lowest Price | 37.5 | | Operation | Mechanical Disk Brakes | | Intended Use | Cross Country (XC) | | 140mm | No | | 160mm | Yes | | 180mm | No | | 185mm | Yes | | 190mm | No | | 203mm | Yes | | 210mm | No | | Average Weight (grams) | 325 |
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From eBikeStop:
Avid Road BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake includes caliper and rotor, lever sold separately. - Designed to be used with drop bar brake levers
- Monoblok caliper design has outboard pad adjustment
- Spring tension is adjustable
Item SpecificationsBrake Usage F/RFront,RearHub/Brake Compatibility6-Bolt DiscBrake TypeDiscBrake Lever ActuationShort PullRotor Size160mmCaliper Type74mm Post MountDisc Mount Type51mm I.S. Front,51mm I.S. Rear,74mm Post MountHydraulic Hose LengthNot Included Was this useful? Yes | No
From Bike Parts:
Avid Road BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake includes caliper androtor, lever sold separately. DetailedSpecifications Brake Type: DiscBrake LeverActuation: Short PullRotor Size: 160 mmCaliper Type:74mm Post MountDisc Mount Type: 51mm I.S. Front,51mmI.S. Rear,74mm Post MountBrake Usage F/R:Front,RearHub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt DiscWas this useful? Yes | No
From Jenson USA:
It's the proven, reliable Ball Bearing 5 brake, with a leverage ratio setup to work with today's road and cyclocross levers. - Included rotors fit 6 bolt type hubs
Calipers are 74mm type and include adapters to fit 51mm frames/forks, as listed. Was this useful? Yes | No
From Price Point:
There's Power in Simplicity To this day, the BB5 continues to attract all types of riders who crave the simplicity and elegant function of the worlds best cable-actuated brake. Its more powerful and is easier to set up than any mechanical disc ... ever. Details including the dual-pad adjustment knobs, easy pad replacement, precision ball bearing actuation, and infinitely variable spring tension details ... mean control like youve never felt before. Plus, using any of our Ball Bearing Disc BrakesTM means that you can choose one of our levers with Speed Dial for sweet, adjustable modulation. Isnt the freedom of choice swell? our Speed Dial levers for sweet, adjustable modulation. You cant get that on any hydraulic. Last but not least, this year we gave the BB7 a tasty new finish, new inboard/outboard adjustment knobs and a beefy two-piece, forged body. Was this useful? Yes | No |
| Image | | | Name | BB5 Mechanical Disc Brake | | Brand | Avid | | Lowest Price | 35 | | Operation | Mechanical Disk Brakes | | Intended Use | Cross Country (XC) | | 140mm | No | | 160mm | Yes | | 180mm | No | | 185mm | Yes | | 190mm | No | | 203mm | Yes | | 210mm | No | | Average Weight (grams) | 325 |
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