Other Brake Elements

Bicycle brakes are one of the most important elements of every two-wheeler, directly affecting safety and riding comfort. In the "Bicycle brake parts" category, you'll find a wide selection of components intended for various types of brakes, which differ in construction, principle of operation, and application. The choice of appropriate parts depends on the type of braking system owned and riding style.

V-brake brakes are a classic solution used mainly in city, trekking bicycles, and some MTB models. Their operation is based on tightening brake pads on the wheel rim using a cable. Parts for this type of brakes include, among others, pads, cables, housings, and caliper arms. They are valued for the simplicity of construction, ease of servicing, and low weight, although their effectiveness may be limited in difficult weather conditions.

In the case of road brakes used in racing bicycles, aerodynamics and lightness of construction play a key role. These brakes also use a clamping mechanism on the wheel rim, but their construction is more compact and optimized in terms of efficiency at high speeds. Replacement parts include specialized high-precision pads and lightweight caliper arms.

Roller brakes and coaster brakes are solutions used mainly in city and recreational bicycles. Roller brakes are enclosed in a housing at the wheel hub, which makes them almost maintenance-free and resistant to weather conditions. Meanwhile, coaster brake is an internal mechanism activated by pedaling backward – simple to use and reliable for calm city riding. Parts available for these systems include drums or greases dedicated to mechanism maintenance.

Mechanical disc brakes are a popular choice among MTB and gravel cyclists thanks to their reliability in difficult terrain. They operate by pressing pads against a disc mounted on the wheel hub using a steel cable. In this category, you'll find discs of various diameters, pads compatible with different caliper models, and cables and housings ensuring smoothness of operation.

The most advanced solution is hydraulic disc brakes, which offer the highest braking power and precision of operation thanks to the use of hydraulic fluid instead of steel cables. They are particularly valued by MTB, enduro, or downhill competitors for their effectiveness even during prolonged load or in extreme weather conditions. In this category, you'll find pistons, hydraulic hoses, brake fluids, and pads made of materials resistant to high temperatures.

It's also worth paying attention to technologies such as Shimano Ice Technologies, which have been designed to improve cooling efficiency of the braking system during intensive use. Specially designed discs and pads with radiators help maintain optimal operating temperature of the hydraulic or mechanical system, which translates into greater durability of components and constant braking force.

Regardless of the type of brakes owned – whether V-brake, road, roller, coaster, or disc (mechanical or hydraulic) – appropriate selection of parts is crucial for riding safety and comfort of bicycle use. Regular maintenance of the braking system and replacement of worn elements will allow enjoying the reliability of the equipment for a long time.