disc brakes

The tech quietly slips out of the pro peloton as its last high-profile holdout modernizes.

‘This just sucks,’ said the Dutch rider about losing massive time on the stage to Blockhaus.

VeloNews technical expert examines brand cross-compatibility of brakes and drivetrain components.

How to mix and match braking components across brands, and why Shimano does not offer a 10-tooth cog for new groups.

British squad feedback regarding the move to the latest braking tech has been ‘encouraging.’

Technical advice about bike geometry, high-speed shimmy, and plugging tubeless tires.

You have questions about the Giro d'Italia, and we have answers! Today, Larry Warbasse fields questions about disc brakes and Cat. 1 heroes.

The VeloNews technical expert discusses optimal tire-rim widths, T47 bottom brackets, and how to silence shrieking disc brakes.

VeloNews technical expert answers questions about cross-chaining and drivetrain friction, as well as disc brake pad delamination.

VeloNews technical expert Lennard Zinn answers your questions about mechanical issues and bike geometry and handling.

Questions answered about steerer tube spacers, disc brake maintenance, and carbon rim brake track wear.

Lennard answers questions about Shimano GRX chainline and derailleur adjustment, brake calipers, and also reviews questions about Salsa adjustable seatposts

Lennard answers questions about riveting carbon frames, freeing a frozen seatpost, and tricks bleeding Shimano disc brakes.

The Hunt 44 and 54 UD Carbon Spoke disc wheels utilize TaperLock technology which allows for a mechanical truing process, much like a traditional wheel system.

Park Tool universal disc brake bleed kits can be used for either DOT, or mineral oil hydraulic disc brake systems.

Disc brakes no longer a disadvantage in pro racing as bikes have become lighter. They didn't stop Van der Breggen from winning worlds.

Three-time world champion Peter Sagan will be racing on disc brakes throughout the 2018 Tour de France, with one exception.

Most of the favorites for Paris-Roubaix are opting to use caliper brakes instead of discs for faster wheel changes if they flat.

The pro cyclists association, the CPA, threatens legal action against UCI over its continued permissive stance toward disc brakes.

Our team heads to the shop for another not-so-scientific experiment with disc brakes. Will our results prove that rotors are dangerous?

A day after one rider at the Abu Dhabi Tour claimed he was cut by a disc rotor, Marcel Kittel rolls to the start line with caliper brakes.

Will disc brake rotors cut shoes? Leather? Cardboard? Watch as we channel our inner "MythBusters" in the VeloNews workshop.

Tom Boonen becomes the first rider to win a major UCI pro road race aboard a bike with disc brakes.

According to preliminary results from a survey conducted by the riders association, 40 percent of pros don't want disc brakes in the peloton.

French Cycling Federation decides to issue a sweeping ban on disc brakes in all of its sanctioned road events.

After the Paris-Roubaix disc brake injury, Lennard Zinn answers a litany of questions about whether discs are safer or better than rim brakes.

The UCI stops disc brake trial in WorldTour, but does that affect the average amateur who's got a new bike with discs?

Check out John Bradley's author page.

The UCI announces it will halt its trial of discs in the pro road peloton after a highly publicized Paris-Roubaix injury.

Eddy Merckx says discs might make sense for consumers, but he argues they're too dangerous in the pro peloton.

Fran Ventoso confirms his serious leg injury was caused by disc brake, sparking outcry among riders, journalists, and others on Twitter.

In an open letter after Paris-Roubaix injury, Movistar's Fran Ventoso speaks out against the introduction of disc brakes in the pro peloton.

UCI is sending mixed messages about disc brakes in pro racing after Fran Ventoso is seriously injured by what he says was a rotor at Roubaix.

We checked in with some insiders to get the rundown on which teams might use disc brakes for the upcoming classics.

Campagnolo's long-awaited disc brakes are still in the testing phase, but it's likely we'll see them in use at WorldTour races in 2016.

Roompot Oranje Peloton team is riding SRAM HydroR disc brakes at Tour of Qatar. Mechanics shot a video of a quick mid-race wheel change.

For the first time this season, a team is using disc brakes in a professional race — the Tour of Qatar. Reactions to their use are mixed.

The UCI's 6.8kg rule is going to change, which means bicycle designs will change, too. What does it mean for discs in the pro peloton?

Pro riders' union expresses its concern about disc brakes in the pro peloton, says it wasn't included in decision-making.

The UCI is extending its disc brake trial into next season, but don't expect the entire pro peloton to adopt the new technology.

The UCI will allow Continental, Pro Continental, and women's teams to ride disc brake road bikes as a trial program in 2016.

Global Cycling Network gets a close look at Markel Irizar's Trek Domane, one of the first disc road bikes to be tested in WorldTour racing.

Markel Irizar rides Shimano disc brake system in the Vuelta stage 6, says he believes the peloton will eventually prefer the quicker stop.

Global Cycling Network tests disc-brake technology against rim brakes to see if discs can actually stop faster in real-world conditions.

Disc brakes have been used for the first time in pro road racing at the Eneco Tour. Where will they pop up next?

Lennard Zinn helps a reader sort out rim options for his Powertap and considers cleaning techniques for disc-brake road bikes.

Should disc brakes be used in the pro peloton? Global Cycling Network puts the new technology to the test with chorizo. Yep, sausage.

This week, Lennard Zinn addresses the UCI's announcement that it will allow disc brakes to be used in the pro peloton this summer

Cycling's governing body will partially lift its ban on disc brakes in road racing in August, and will test the systems throughout 2016

Lennard Zinn gleans even more information from disc brake companies about how performance is affected by very cold temperatures

The debate rages on about disc brakes in professional road racing, and the former world champ is not convinced the time is right to change

Disc brakes are on a precipice, teetering toward the racing world, where speed is the only thing that matters. Can they keep up?

Tom Boonen, Taylor Phinney, Jens Voigt, and other members of the pro peloton don't stop short when it comes to talking about disc brakes

Despite a vocal opposition and somewhat tame advocates, the move to disc brakes on road bikes is coming

Thru-axles, hydraulic disc brakes, and tons of tire clearance highlight Trek's new endurance frame

Trek goes disc brakes with the two new Domane models. How do they stack up?

Shimano adds mechanical shifting to its hydraulic disc repertoire, and the 105 group gets a makeover

Get your hoops hooked up in a hurry with these tips from Ask a Mechanic

Jeremy Powers' mechanic confirms that Rapha-Focus will ride cantilever brakes for the remainder of the 2013-14 season

Components maker responds to reports of failures at sub-freezing temperatures

Lennard Zinn answers questions about installing disc brakes, inter-brand combinations for hydraulic brakes, and more on high-speed shimmy

From Horner's contract woes to the future of brakes, look back at the week that was in cycling through our top stories

Shimano's disc-brake product manager gives his candid thoughts on road discs and how mountain bikes give an indication of public acceptance

Our tech editor Caley Fretz provides more information about disc brakes for road bikes

Lennard Zinn gets out the file and spacers, and offers up a method for building an affordable, aligned collection of ’cross disc wheels

Having trouble getting the right spacing between pads and rotors? Follow these steps to improve your installation process

This is the season for ’cross disc brakes to hit big. Get the lowdown on installing flawless stoppers on your new frame

Components giant recalls calipers over safety issues, says no injuries have occurred

Disc brakes squealing and driving you crazy? Follow these tips for keeping them quiet

Component manufacturer jumps into the game with disc brakes for its Ultegra group

Italian bike manufacturer introduces road race frames with disc brakes for its 2014 lineup

The disc brake market is growing, and TRP has released the newest versions of a brake type that's gaining popularity

Traditionally aluminum-centric brand moves into carbon with new XTR line-up

We get up close with SRAM's new 11-speed drivetrains and hydraulic disc and rim braking systems

SRAM has taken the next big step in road drivetrains, introducing hydraulic disc and rim brakes with its new 11-speed groupsets

Italian builder is using a new carbon material, utilized for vibration reduction by NASA, in its new endurance road frame

Zipp will offer the 303 Firecrest in a disc-compatible build beginning this summer

Our resident disc-brake ’cross apostle reflects on a season of discovery and improvements and looks ahead to 2013-14