At this point, disc brakes have pretty much replaced rim brakes across most categories of cycling. They became the norm in mountain biking a couple of decades ago. Recently, road bikers have begun making the switch. When it comes to disc brakes, you have two options to choose from: hydraulic and mechanical. This video lists the pros and cons of hydraulic Vs mechanical disc brakes to help you choose the best brake type for your next bike.
This video compares:
- Stopping power (winner: hydraulic)
- Frequency of maintenance (winner: hydraulic)
- Cost (winner: mechanical)
- Modulation and control of the braking force (winner: hydraulic)
- Parts availability (winner: mechanical)
- Comfort (winner: hydraulic)
- Ease of maintenance (winner: mechanical)
- Weight (winner: hydraulic)
- Consistency (winner: hydraulic)
- Reliability (winner: mechanical)
- Efficiency (winner: hydraulic)
- Ease of actuation (winner: hydraulic)
For more in-depth info on hydraulic Vs mechanical disc brakes, check out the complete guide on my website: [ Ссылка ]
Also, check out my guide to disc Vs rim brakes for some more info: [ Ссылка ]
The choice between hydraulic and mechanical disc brakes really comes down to where you ride and your budget. If you ride in an area where parts availability isn't an issue, hydraulic disc brakes are the better option. They offer more stopping power, better modulation, and better brake feel. They are smooth and consistent.
The main drawback of hydraulic disc brakes is that they are a bit more difficult to repair and maintain. If a brake line gets damaged, you can't easily repair it in the field. Hydraulic disc brakes are also a bit more expensive.
If you plan to ride through remote areas, far away from civilization, you may be better off with mechanical disc brakes. They are easier to maintain and repair in the field. They are also cheaper.
The drawback is that mechanical disc brakes don't perform as well as hydraulic. They're less efficient. They offer less stopping power. They're also harder to modulate.
Hopefully, this guide helps you choose the best disc brakes for your style of cycling.
Differences Between Hydraulic and Mechanical Disc brakes
The main difference between hydraulic and mechanical disc brakes is how the braking force is transmitted from the levers to the calipers. Mechanical disc brakes use a cable. Hydraulic disc brakes use a fluid-filled brake line.
When you squeeze a hydraulic brake lever, a plunger pushes brake fluid into the brake line. This creates pressure in the line. This pressure pushes a piston in the brake caliper. The piston pushes the brake pads against the rotor. Hydraulic disc brakes are extremely efficient because fluids don't compress.
Mechanical disc brakes work with a steel cable. When you pull the lever, you're pulling a cable that runs to the caliper. The cable pulls a lever on the caliper the pushes a piston. The piston pushes the brake pads against the rotor. This creates friction that stops the bike.
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