Should We All Be Using These $75 Brakes?

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​ Brakes are one of the most important parts of your bikes, but with prices reaching all new heights, it’s tempting to explore more budget-friendly options. Owen Coutts decided to put this to the test by purchasing a brake set from AliExpress. The brakes he selected are from an unknown brand that appears to copy the design of more established manufacturers. But the real question is: can these brakes deliver the same level of performance?

⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:00 – Welcome!
00:37 – Unboxing the AliExpress brakes
04:21 – Fitting our AliExpress brakes
08:45 – How well do they stop?
12:06 – Our buying experience
15:07 – How the brakes perform on the trail
18:33 – Results from the test

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