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Avid Code | $318.22
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Avid Code

BikeRadar verdict

4 out of 5 stars

"Super powerful and controlled stopper without excess weight or cost"

By Guy Kesteven

The Code disc brake is Avid’s super-sized, speed-eating answer to the heat and power demands of freeriding.

It sports industrial looks with a broader-levered version of Avid’s superb-feeling Power Reserve Geometry and a big bite point dial for fine tuning.

The bolt-together calliper uses a long pad and four separate pots to apply a vice-like grip on the rotor. You’ll need time to adjust to the ‘hit a brick wall’ power but it’s a very controllable brake once you’re used to it. 

The CPS mounting system makes it easier to set up drag-free than most monster brakes and reliability and crash proofing has been impressive on all sets we’ve used so far. 

Pricing is par for a proper mountain-proof anchor too, with a cheaper Code 5 option available.

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Specification

Name:
Code
Built by:
Avid
Price:
$318.22
Features:
Aluminium Back Plate
Weight (g):
540 g
Bike Compatability:
XC
Brake Pad Type:
Organic(Disc)

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