The MTB Brake That Could Dethrone Our Champion

Jennifer Miller · 2026-10-22

Maximum stopping power, perfect modulation, complete control. Sounds like the ideal MTB brake, right? But which disc brake actually delivers on the trail? And does spending more really get you better performance? We're about to find out, and we need your help. For the upcoming ENDURO issue #070, we're putting the most exciting MTB disc brakes on the market to the test. But we don't just want lab results—we want your perspective. Take our survey and tell us what really matters to you when you're bombing down a descent. Your input will help shape our big group test and ensure we're asking the questions that matter to riders like you. ### Power vs. Control: Why Not Both? Maximum stopping power alone doesn't make a great brake. It's about how precisely you can modulate that power, how much finger effort the lever requires, and how consistent the performance is when things heat up on long descents. We're not just hitting the trails; we're also taking these brakes into the test lab to measure everything from heat dissipation to lever feel. Because out on the trail, you need a brake that performs as good as it looks on paper. ### Who Will Take the Win? Can the winner of our last group test defend their title? Or has the competition stepped up and raised the bar? The stakes are high, and the competition is fierce. We'll be pushing each brake to its limits to see which one comes out on top. But we need your help to make sure we're testing what matters most to you. ### Now It's Your Turn – Help Shape Our Big Brake Group Test! Which MTB brakes have impressed you? What matters most to you? And what does a brake need to deliver to earn the title of best on the market? Your opinion matters! By taking part in our survey, you'll help us bring the MTB community's perspective into our group test. Because beyond lab results and our own testing experience, we want to know what really matters to you out on the trail. > "The best brake isn't the one with the most power—it's the one that gives you the confidence to push your limits." So, whether you're a weight weenie, a downhill demon, or a weekend warrior, we want to hear from you. Take the survey and let your voice be heard. Together, we'll find the best MTB disc brake on the market. Thanks for your support! See you soon, Your ENDURO test crew