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Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake

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Review by dogonfr
Jul. 14, 2008
Good: If your looking to go from V-brakes to a disc brake the BB7 is the best way to go with the least amount of expense and the best mechanical disc on the market. Would recommend also replacing cables and housing when upgrading to the BB7.

Bad: Nothing bad all good.

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From Modern Bike:
To this day, the BB7 continues to attract all types of riders who crave the simplicity and elegant function of the world’s best cable-actuated brake. It’s 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 you’ve 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. Isn’t the freedom of choice swell? our Speed Dial® levers for sweet, adjustable modulation. You can’t 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.
Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Caliper and rotor, levers sold separately.
  • Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
  • Pad retraction and spring tension are adjustable
  • Improved inboard and outboard pad adjustment knobs
  • Integrated spring adjustment
  • All but 140mm rotor models include two caliper adapters: can be mounted front or rear
  • Cable actuated, does not include brake lever
  • Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
  • Calipers have 74mm mounting bolt spacing and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts
  • Includes Roundagon rotors
  • Brake Usage F/R: Front/Rear
  • Caliper Type: 74mm Post Mount
  • Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt Disc
  • Rotor Size: 160 mm
  • Hydraulic Hose Length: Not Included
  • Brake Type: Disc
  • Brake Lever Actuation: Long Pull
  • Disc Mount Type: 51mm I.S. Rear/51mm I.S. Front/74mm Post Mount
  • Add Review
    Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake
    4 out of 5 based on 2 ratings. 2 user reviews.


    Cred: 2935
    Review by dogonfr on Jul. 14, 2008
    What is goodIf your looking to go from V-brakes to a disc brake the BB7 is the best way to go with the least amount of expense and the best mechanical disc on the market. Would recommend also replacing cables and housing when upgrading to the BB7.
    What is badNothing bad all good.


    Cred: 18
    Review by bloass on Aug. 23, 2008
    What is goodThey work. Good quality. Adjustment knobs on both sides of caliper.
    What is badHard to get adjusted right. Constantly needs readjusting.
    AlternativesAvid Juicy fives

    From Modern Bike:
    To this day, the BB7 continues to attract all types of riders who crave the simplicity and elegant function of the world’s best cable-actuated brake. It’s 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 you’ve 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. Isn’t the freedom of choice swell? our Speed Dial® levers for sweet, adjustable modulation. You can’t 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.
    Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Caliper and rotor, levers sold separately.
  • Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
  • Pad retraction and spring tension are adjustable
  • Improved inboard and outboard pad adjustment knobs
  • Integrated spring adjustment
  • All but 140mm rotor models include two caliper adapters: can be mounted front or rear
  • Cable actuated, does not include brake lever
  • Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
  • Calipers have 74mm mounting bolt spacing and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts
  • Includes Roundagon rotors
  • Brake Usage F/R: Front/Rear
  • Caliper Type: 74mm Post Mount
  • Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt Disc
  • Rotor Size: 160 mm
  • Hydraulic Hose Length: Not Included
  • Brake Type: Disc
  • Brake Lever Actuation: Long Pull
  • Disc Mount Type: 51mm I.S. Rear/51mm I.S. Front/74mm Post Mount

  • From Amazon.com:
    • Calipers are 74mm and include adapters for 51mm international standard brake mounts
    • Speed dial pad knobs allow for quick and easy brake pad adjustments
    • Designed to be used with drop bar brake levers
    • Measures 160mm
    • Caliper positioning system aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
    Product Description Product Description Road version for use with short-pull (STI/drop/canti) brake levers (sold separately). Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System (CPS) for easy caliper/rotor alignment. Redesigned, sleeker body with a fully sealed Ball Bearing mechanism and integrated cable stop . Dual, pad adjuster knobs and full pad retraction for drag free setup . Tool-free pad adjustment and replacement (same pads as Juicy-7/5). Includes: post mount (74mm) caliper with International-Standard (51mm) fork and/or frame adapters, Roundagon 6-bolt/44mm-BCD rotor, and pads. Updated kitting fits front or rear applications (sold individually). Features: Both road and mountain Ball Bearing Disc Brakes are cable actuated Rotor fits 6-hole bolt circle hubs Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor Complete pad retraction and micro-adjust spring tension Calipers are 74mm and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts Speed Dial Pad knobs allow for quick and easy brake pad adjustments Designed to be used with drop bar brake levers

    From Bike Somewhere:
    • Mechanical Disc Brake
    • 160 FRONT OR REAR PLATINUM
    • Sintered
    • Two-Piece caliper
    • 329g
    • UPC: 710845641039

    Product Description
    There's Power in SimplicityTo this day, the BB7 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.

    From Niagara Cycle:
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      Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Caliper and rotor. Levers sold separately.
      BB7
      • Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
      • Pad retraction and spring tension are adjustable
      • Improved inboard and outboard pad adjustment knobs
      • Integrated spring adjustment
      • All but 140mm rotor models include two caliper adapters: can be mounted front or rear
      • Cable actuated, does not include brake lever
      • Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
      • Calipers have 74mm mounting bolt spacing and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts
      • Includes Roundagon rotors

      Brake Usage F/R: Front/Rear/Front/Rear
      Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt Disc
      Hydraulic Hose Length:
      Brake Type: Disc
      Brake Lever Actuation: Long Pull
      Weight: 329.0 g

      From Greenfish:
      The versatile Avid BB7 Ball Bearing mechanical disc brake is a great option for all mountain and XC mountain bike riding. The BB7 includes the necessary adapters for both front and rear use. Avid's Caliper positioning system helps you get the best performance out of your brakes.
      Features modulated power and intuitive easy-to-use adjustability like inboard and outboard adjuster knobs, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System, and integrated Cable Stop spring tension adjustment.
      With Avid’s Tri-Align™Caliper Positioning System™, aligning the caliper to the rotor takes seconds. Just loosen the CPS™ bolts a little, and then squeeze the brake lever while re-tightening the bolts for perfect caliper alignment.
      • Front and Rear Compatible
      • Graphite Grey
      • 160mm, 185mm or 203mm Rotor
      • Includes one brake caliper and rotor for front or rear use
      • G2 Clean Sweep Rotor
      • 329 grams (160mm rotor; front post mount)
      • Mechanical, Forged 2-piece Aluminum Caliper
      • Sintered Brake Pad
      • Dual Knob Pad Adjustment, Tri-Align Caliper Positioning


      From eBikeStop:
      Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Caliper and rotor. Levers sold separately.
      • Designed to be used with drop bar road levers or cantilever-compatible flat bar levers
      • Inboard and outboard pad adjustment knobs
      • Calipers have 74mm mounting bolt spacing and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts
      • Pad retraction and spring tension are adjustable
      • Integrated spring adjustment
      • All but 140mm rotor models include two caliper adapters: can be mounted front or rear
      • Cable actuated, does not include brake lever
      • Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
      • Includes Roundagon rotors
      Item SpecificationsWeight329gBrake Usage F/RRear,Front,Front,RearHub/Brake Compatibility6-Bolt DiscBrake TypeDiscBrake Lever ActuationLong PullBrake Lever UseLeft,RightItem Specifications- CaliperBrake Usage F/RRear,FrontHub/Brake Compatibility6-Bolt DiscBrake TypeDiscBrake Lever ActuationLong PullBrake Lever UseLeft,RightItem Specifications- LeverIntended UseRoadBrake Lever ActuationLong PullBrake Lever UseRight,Left

      From Cambria Bike:
      To this day, the BB7 continues to attract all types of riders who crave the simplicity and elegant function of the world’s best cable-actuated brake. It’s 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 you’ve 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. Isn’t the freedom of choice swell? our Speed Dial® levers for sweet, adjustable modulation. You can’t 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.
      Type: Mechanical
      Finish: Graphite
      Rotor Sizes: 160, 185, 203mm
      Caliper Positioning System: Tri-Align
      Special Features: Dual pad adjustment knobs. Tool-free
      pad replacement. Monoblok caliper design

      From Price Point:
      There's Power in Simplicity
      To this day, the BB7 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.

      From Outside Outfitters:
    • Road version for use with short-pull (STI/drop/canti) brake levers (sold separately)
    • Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System (CPS) for easy caliper/rotor alignment
    • Redesigned, sleeker body with a fully sealed Ball Bearing mechanism and integrated cable stop
    • Dual, pad adjuster knobs and full pad retraction for drag free setup
    • Tool-free pad adjustment and replacement (same pads as Juicy-7/5)
    • Includes: post mount (74mm) caliper with International-Standard (51mm) fork and/or frame adapters, Roundagon 6-bolt/44mm-BCD rotor, and pads
    • Updated kitting fits front or rear applications (sold individually)

    • From Ride This:
      Avid BB-7 Mtn Mechanical Disc Brake
      - Mtn version for use with linear pull brake levers (sold separately)
      - Tri-Align Caliper Positioning System (CPS) for easy caliper/rotor alignment
      - Redesigned, sleeker body with a fully sealed Ball Bearing mechanism and integrated cable stop
      - Dual pad adjuster knobs and full pad retraction for drag free setup
      - Tool-free pad adjustment and replacement (same pads as Juicy-7/5)
      - Includes: post mount (74mm) caliper with International-Standard (51mm) fork and frame adapters, Roundagon 6-bolt/44mm-BCD rotor, and pads
      - Updated kitting fits front or rear applications (sold individually)

      kit: front or rear
      caliper/adapter: 74mm/51mm
      rotor: 160mm
      color: graphite grey
      weight: 330g
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      From Universal Cycles:
      • Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Caliper and rotor. Levers sold separately.
      • BB7
      • Designed to be used with mechanical, long pull, levers
      • Pad retraction and spring tension are adjustable
      • Inboard and outboard pad adjustment knobs
      • Integrated spring adjustment
      • All but 140mm rotor models include two caliper adapters: can be mounted front or rear
      • Cable actuated, does not include brake lever
      • Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
      • Calipers have 74mm mounting bolt spacing and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts
      • Brake Usage F/R: Front/Rear
      • Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt Disc
      • Rotor Size: 160 mm
      • Hydraulic Hose Length:
      • Brake Type: Disc
      • Brake Lever Actuation: Long Pull
      • Weight: 329.0 g

      From HuckNRoll:
      Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake
      Bolt the Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake and the rest is easy. The dual pad adjustment knobs make setting it up a snap. Avid made it easy to change out the pads and fine tuning can be done on the fly. Never worry again about bleeding your brakes; the beauty of mechanicals is that all adjusting can be done at home without special tools and a floor covered in hydraulic fluid.
      • New inboard/outboard adjustment knobs for fine-tuning on the fly.
      • Compatible with Avid Speed Dial Levers with adjustable modulation
      • Beefy, two-piece, forged body with spankin’ new graphite grey finish for good looks and durability

      Bottom Line: Throw the brakes on complicated disc systems.

      From Speed Goat:
      Features:
      • Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
      • 74mm Post Mount caliper
      • 160mm rotor kits include adapters from front or rear I.S. mount forks and frames
      • 140mm rotor kit is designed for frame use only
      Specifications:
      • Caliper Type: 74mm Post Mount
      • Brake Lever Actuation: Short Pull
      • Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt Disc

      From Sage Cycles:
      The BB7 is the mechanical-disc brake that started it all for Avid. Dual-pad adjustment knobs let you dial in the perfect distance between the rotor and the pads, while Avid's ingenious Tri-Align caliper-positioning system perfectly aligns the pads parallel to the rotor in seconds. The tool-free pad replacement, precision actuation and infinitely variable spring tension means serious stopping power with a great feel every time. And, the BB7 comes with Avid's Roundagon rotor for pinpoint stops and reduced brake fade. Kit includes: caliper, Avid Roundagon rotor and brake pads (cable and housing sold separately). Choose your preferred brake lever (sold separately) from our wide selection. Weight: 329 grams

      From Remember Delaware:
      • Calipers have 74mm mounting bolt spacing and include adapters for 51mm International Standard brake mounts
      • Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
      • Pad retraction and spring tension are adjustable
      • Improved inboard and outboard pad adjustment knobs
      • Integrated spring adjustment
      • All but 140mm rotor models include two caliper adapters: can be mounted front or rear
      • Cable actuated, does not include brake lever
      • Caliper Positioning System aligns brakes perfectly with the rotor
      • Includes Roundagon rotors

      From Nashbar:
      The Avid BB7 Mountain Bike Mechanical Disc Brakes feature a powerful, yet light action at the lever. Avid Mechanical brakes set a new standard for cable operated systems. Features include: Caliper Positioning System allows the caliper to easily adjust perfectly to the rotor - no trial and error. Simple micro-adjust spring tension is achieved with an Allen head set screw. Special rotor design to ensure full brake pad is scraped clean at all times. Fully sealed to keep elements out and performance in. Tool-less pad replacement and adjustment. 160mm. 329g.

      From Bike Parts:
      Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Caliper and rotor, levers sold separately.
      Product Information
    • Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
      Detailed Specifications
    • Brake Type: Disc
    • Brake Lever Actuation: Long Pull
    • Rotor Size: 203 mm
    • Caliper Type: 74mm Post Mount
    • Disc Mount Type: 74mm/203mm Post Mount,51mm I.S. Front,51mm I.S. Rear
    • Brake Usage F/R: Front,Rear
    • Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt Disc

    • From Mountains Plus:
      If you want to make the jump to discs but want an affordable way to do so, we offer the Avid BB7. No hydraulic fluid to deal with, the BB7 uses mechanical pads and regular V-Brake levers (not included).The BB7 offers Avids Tri-AlignTM Caliper Positioning SystemTM, tool-free pad replacement, a melt-forged two-piece body and dual pad adjustment knobs. Sintered pads and Roundagon rotor included. 203mm Rotor. Weight: 329g FRONT SET ONLY.

      From Bike Island:
      BR7010 BR7012 BR7014: Avid BB7 Ball Bearing Disc Brake Front

      Description:  Avid BB7 Disc Brake CaliperBrake Usage F/R: FrontDisc Mount: 51mm I.S.Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt DiscPlease Choose Rotor Size: 160mmBrake Lever Actuation: Long Pull

      From Bikeman:
      Avid 09 BB7 Disc Brake: Mountain Front or Rear 203mm Rotor . Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Caliper and rotor, levers sold separately. Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers.

      From Frankford Bicycle:
      Designed to be used with linear pull brake levers
      Caliper Type: 74mm Post Mount
      Hub/Brake Compatibility: 6-Bolt Disc
      Brake Lever Actuation: Long Pull

      From Excel Sports:
    • 329 grams
    • Mountain specific
    • New, quality finish
    • Easy pad replacement
    • Two-piece, forged body
    • New inboard/outboard adjustment knobs

    • From Blue Sky Cycling:
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      From Competitive Cyclist:
      Actual Weight:"Actual Weight" means we weighed this item ourselves. 368.0g

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