hey there,
i have one of these [https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Bikes,3/Trek/Fuel-EX-8-29,23457#frame\_specs\_23457](https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Bikes,3/Trek/Fuel-EX-8-29,23457#frame_specs_23457) (Trek Fuel EX8) which I’m still very happy with.
i’d like to upgrade my brakes, i’m doing more bike park riding & are getting hand fatigue issues, which I’m hoping I can reduce, without spending too much $$$
i used to buy top flight gear for my old bikes, but don’t want to over spend on any components at this point as I’ll likely upgrade the whole bike in the not too distant future.
so, rotors are the same size front & back (180mm) i’m guessing getting a larger up front would be a good start(?)
they are Deore M6000 brakes, maybe even SLX would be a step up?
what are everyone’s thoughts?
i don’t think XT are worth it for me, they are a bit lighter but seem to be pretty similar in brake power & durability.
anyway, those that know more than me – please share your thoughts.
cheers,
Jason
by jhkoning
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Im a Clydesdale who is very picky about brake performance and a Firm believer in Buy Once Cry Once.
Hayes Dominon A4’s 220/203 2.2mm Thiccc Rotors meeting Sintered Pads is my happy place after Many other brake explorations
My 6’4″ 260lb bro swears by his Shimano Saints. On 203mm ft/rear and MTX Pads.
The easiest path is stepping up a rotor size, then pad compound, then piston count, yadda yadda.
If you’re on a budget, Dale Stone, the youtube rider, just did his recommendation video on the Shimano mt-520 system. Its the m6120 thats a non Deore labelled Deore. He Rides the shore and has immaculately good brake control. And if he is willing to fling himself down everything in the Sea to Sky and they perform as well as they seem too, well. Definitely something there if you’re looking for Min$forMax performance. Caveat, He is a very Light rider. So the 520’s may not be the ticket if you’re a bigger mammal.