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Shimano Saint brake (09)
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Want the stopping power of a bus? Get the new Saint brakeset.

BikeRadar verdict

45 out of 5 stars

"Lives up to Shimano’s claim of a 50 per cent power hike"

By Cal

The new Shimano Saint four-piston brakes are the most exciting feature of the recently revamped Saint groupset. 

Over long descents they are brilliantly consistent with no pump up or fade, all due to the use of high volume hydraulic hoses.

The lever has a positive feel and great single-finger braking action, which is perfect when you’re riding flat-out downhill and all your other fingers are engaged trying to keep you on the bike. 

The modulation was spot on and the power was phenomenal, giving you huge confidence when riding steep, technical or flat-out trails.

The new brakes boast 50 per cent more power than the previous Saint brakes. Our testing at Whistler Bike Park showed that not only is the power there but it sticks around  through long descents and constant heavy braking.

The dual diameter four-piston callipers include one larger and one smaller set of pistons, which Shimano say increases modulation and vastly improve pad lifetimes. 

The lever also features Servo Wave technology and a tool-free reach adjuster that’s really useful for on-the-fly tweaks.

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  • User review of Shimano Saint brake (09)

    got these straight away last year for the orange 5! Got them at trade price of £180 for the set!!! seriously brilliant, i can't stress enough! I live in the heart of the lake district and had hope mono minis before hand... they always boiled going down the big runs, these just keep going! The down side is the replacement shimano pads are around £35 per BRAKE!!! WTF!? I CAN BUY A SET OF CAR PADS FOR THIS!!! (they do last a long time though and are seriously twitchy/bitey!! You'll go over the handlebars if you forget you've got them as the brakes are either off or FULLY ON!!!)

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Specification

Name:
Saint brake (09)
Built by:
Shimano
Price:
n/a

Description:
£119.99 EACH (PLUS ROTORS AT £21.99 TO £27.99 EACH)
Manufacturer's Description:
Saint Hydraulic Servo-Wave Brake Levers improves modulation and uses an intuitive tool-free brake lever reach adjustment for on trail adjustments. A redesigned brake lever blade incorporates a more solid ergonomic construction for a more comfortable and confident grip.he Saint Hydraulic Disc Brake Caliper uses a 4-piston
Features:
Servo-Wave Levers: For quicker pad contact and high input. Free Stroke Adjustment. Tool-Free Reach Adjustment. Ergonomic Lever Design. Vinylon Hose: Stiffer for more response. Dual Diameter 4-Piston Design: For 50% more controllable power and even pad wear.High Volume: Improved oil flow eases bleeding and provides more balanced piston actuation. High Volume: Improved oil flow eases bleeding and provides more balanced piston actuation.
Cable/Hydraulic Lever:
Hydraulic
Material:
Aluminium
Road/Performance Compatibility:
Downhill, Extreme MTB, Freeride

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