Shimano XT Disc Brake

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:59:00 GMT

If your looking for new components its hard to avoid Shimano, if you have the money and worry about the weight you go for XTR but we though its would be worth testing out the XT versions to see if the cost saving is worth it.

Straight out of the box we found them very easy to install and set up except for the 'free-stroke' adjustment which seems to do nothing. The design of the leaves feels good and places them right where you want them. The stopping power is great and gives excellent performance for most XC riders.

We thought these were great until the cold weather came, then there is a bit issue. The cold seems to make them stick like the pads are not releasing we took a look at them and even tried lubeing them up but they still had the same problem. They are great in the summer crap in the winter. We are not sure yet if XTR have the same issue but se will find out.

Shimano XT M776 wheelset

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:16:00 GMT

Shimano XT has always been pushed as a much more affordable alternative to XTR but with still good performance and reliability and these wheels are no exception.

These wheels at 2kg+ are defiantly a bit more solid than others in the same market. The hubs are cup-and-cone type that allows the usual amount of adjustment if needed for a Shimano hub. The hub also offers flanges for 24 straight pull spokes on the front and rear. The Centerlock brake rotor interface has a good solid feel helping you feel secure.

The quite wide rims have a distinctive white on black graphics that help them stand out and we think look good. Overall a good set of wheels with hubs you can service yourself, although they are a bit on the heavy side.

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Shimano XT Disc Brake

Shimano XT M776 wheelset