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Mavic SSC

Mavic SSC

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Description
  • Double pivot.
  • R3 concept : leaf spring with kinematics with no friction on the caliper.
  • Permaglide, anti-friction material helps to reduce the effort needed on the brake lever.
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    Reviewed by: 
    domogo

    Review Date
    August 20, 2009

    Overall Rating
     5 of 5

    Value Rating
     4 of 5

    Used product for
    3 months

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    Price Paid:  $150.00

    Bike Setup:
    Synapse Frame and Fork
    Record/Chorus 10 mix
    Ksyrium Elite Wheels
    SSC Brakes

    Summary:
    When looking to make the switch from Shimano to Campy, I knew that I wanted these brakes. I ride for recreation, but I also ride for transport, and in busy traffic knowing you can stop on a dime gives me confidence and keeps me alive. They still amaze me everytime. I pull on the levers, and I cannot believe how fast i come to a stop. Modulation is great, weight is very competitive, and braking power is tops. could not be happier

    Strengths:
    stopping power
    modulation
    competitive weight
    unique?

    Weaknesses:
    competitively priced, but that does not mean cheap
    if you wanted to cut grams anywhere possible, you could find lighter brakes

    Similar Products Used:
    cane creek, stock cannondale

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    Reviewed by: 
    anasazihome

    Review Date
    August 9, 2009

    Overall Rating
     5 of 5

    Value Rating
     5 of 5

    Used product for
    3 months

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    Price Paid:  $120.00 at online

    Favorite Ride:
    Highway 12 Utah

    Bike Setup:
    Cannondale Optimo
    FSA compact - mountain roads 9000 ft elevation
    Campy Group
    Neuvation Wheelset

    Summary:
    I agree with all of the other reviewers - weight is similar to Campagnolo Record. Stopping power is superb. There is some question about the stopping power of the super lightweights that are extremely expensive. Somewhere I read that brakes should be the lightest that will safely stop you. These are in that category. I ride mountains with steep downhills and these are safe and light. When you don't have to think about a part - like a bad fitting shoe - then you are there. These are in the "wow this works great category." I weigh 162 and my bike is 15 lbs 12 oz.

    Strengths:
    Low Cost when compared to high end brakesets
    Great stopping power
    Simple design
    Easy to set up
    Brakes stay adjusted nicely

    Weaknesses:
    none

    Similar Products Used:
    Campagnolo
    Shimano

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    Reviewed by: 
    shanecamilleri

    Review Date
    May 11, 2009

    Overall Rating
     5 of 5

    Value Rating
     5 of 5

    Used product for
    More than 3 years

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    Price Paid:  $0.00

    Bike Setup:
    Shimano D/A 9 spd on a Trek 5.9areo Madone.Using Bontrager carbon aeolus 6.5 clinchers.

    Summary:
    these are simply the best brakes I have used.Low maint, predictable and strong.Smooth and the do not hide the response of the wheels to the road.You can feel lock up coming,and can adjust the pressuer at the lever accordingly.They are not light, but imo,the are the best brake overall.I own D/A & Record,these are still better.

    Strengths:
    Strong and smooth,easily maintained.

    Weaknesses:
    none.

    Similar Products Used:
    D/a & record.

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    Reviewed by: 
    M Flanagan

    Review Date
    December 16, 2008

    Overall Rating
     5 of 5

    Value Rating
     5 of 5

    Used product for
    2 Years

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    Price Paid:  $0.00

    Bike Setup:
    Record, carbon wheels, SL2 Team

    Summary:
    These brakes are great. Real Sleepers.
    Stronger and lighter than Campy
    Better modulation than Shimano.
    Unique return spring provides great feel.

    Strengths:
    Feel, power, value and weight.

    Weaknesses:
    I'm not going to mention the QR issue. Even if you run Shimano your brake pads should be set so you can remove your wheel.

    Similar Products Used:
    Record, DA, Zero Gravity (Lame)

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    Reviewed by: 
    stevecaz

    Review Date
    September 11, 2006

    Overall Rating
     5 of 5

    Value Rating
     4 of 5

    Used product for
    Less than 1 month

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    Bike Setup:
    Lemond Tete De Course, Campy Record.

    Summary:
    If you are looking for the ultimate stopping ability for your bike then the Mavic CCS has to be it. It is actually too much power in many ways. I find myself just using the back brake for most general stopping purposes simply because both together is ridiculous.
    I have yet to decide if the crazy braking power is good or bad. Good in that you can stop in an instant at any speed. Bad in that such power has a limited range of modulation.
    But there is no question that brakes do not and should not be any more powerful than this.
    I matched these with a Campy system and therefore really like the lack of a quick release lever.

    Strengths:
    Ultimate bike stopping power, great looks, easily replacable common brake pad catridges.

    Weaknesses:
    Any brake, well any bike part for that matter, at this price point should have stainless hardware. Because of that it loses a star for value.

    Similar Products Used:
    Shimano single-pivots, Shimano 105 dual pivot, Cane Creek SCR-5.

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