It’s not a secret that brakes are a crucial component of a mountain bike, but one of the most essential pieces of the brake system is the brake pads. Many of us have seen some seriously scary examples ...

Set against all the whips, scrubs and jumps associated with going fast on a mountain bike, braking is perhaps a slightly less glamorous skill. To be able to ride at the limit however, first you must ...

Shimano has revamped the Race brake to pack proven XTR performance into a lighter package to create an extremely competitive cross-country brake. The top tier XTR groupset has long been the choice for ...

Looking to improve your downhill mountain biking skills? Discover how proper braking techniques can make you safer, more confident and much faster on the trails. Braking is one of the most important ...