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Has anyone seen the newest sram code stealth ultimates on offer anywhere? Usual suspects are still circa 300 quid an end which is insane
I could get some from Germany closer to 400 all in but not sure if warranty is applicable in uk?
Stan's warranty is global so as long as the shop you go to has a dram contract then they can deal with the warranty claim.
It is possible that you'll be charged labour costs from the shop if you didn't buy from them (which seems fair enough).
Ah right fair enough wasn’t aware it was global thought it was always European but then we left so wasn’t sure it still applied
Surprised theres no take offs come up I’ve been waiting patiently for new bikes that owners don’t want them on but nothings popped up anywhere obvious
might just go down the German route then
SRAM, not stan...I really need to proofread when posting via my phone!
Or try the silvers. Apparently the only difference is the lever blade is carbon
Codes are the best brakes I’ve had I’d say - ever!
id love the ultimates just for the carbon lever, I think it has a bearing too so likely a smoother feel but they ain’t cheap
the old code rsc used to be found for around 300 ish a pair so they are gonna have to come down a fair bit yet before I bite in the uk anyways
Not stealth ultimate but ........
Code RSC brake set f+r inc rotors and adapters £220 at stiff
I just got the Silvers for £369 from Tredz around Black Friday. They’ve got the Ultimates for £230 each currently.
Bike Inn have them for £210 each, VAT and import is already sorted with them.
Then there’s the other German places like you say, around £400 after whatever fees you’re hit with.
Silvers have the bearing too, although a review I’d read said it was just the Ultimates that did, which isn’t correct.
I went with Silvers for the black calipers, if Ultimates came with black calipers I’d probably have gone with them.
Switched my XT8100 out for the Codes. Haven’t used them yet, only installed. Put off changing to SRAM brakes because of all the spongy SRAM brake posts everywhere. They feel as good on the lever as the XT
Thanks for the info folks and yep good spot about the lever bearing on the silver I’ve just checked SRAM’s site and it does indeed say both silver and ultimate are both bearing on the lever!
yeah I prefer the black ones too - I would like the carbon lever though more so over alloy just for feel than anything else
350s about my limit at moment so that isn’t too far out from a uk stockist that you paid I’ll keep eyes out for sure over Xmas
I thought SRAM brakes weren't very reliable or particularly better than cheapo but more dependable TRP brakes for instance?
No direct experience of high end SRAM so perhaps those are much better though.
Code RSC brake set f+r inc rotors and adapters £220 at stiff
Do you have a link for those? Just looked for them.
Cheaper at Cotic anyway…
https://www.cotic.co.uk/item/outlet_new_brakes_SRAM_G2_RSC_rt
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I thought SRAM brakes weren’t very reliable or particularly better than cheapo but more dependable TRP brakes for instance?
It’s more about feel… you like them, or you don’t. Definitely different to the other brands. I don’t get on with them myself, I think you like what you’re used to. My other half has used them for years.
@kelvin - but the Cotic ones are G2 not Codes. Much rather have the Codes…..
My Sram brakes have been 100% reliable - had original guide RS, 2 pairs of Guide R, 1 Guide RE and pairs of Code R. Always had the same bite point, no leaks and rarely need bleeding.
Shimano wise I’ve had a number of calipers micro leak - both mtb and road.
I love Codes, i love Code RSCs even more... I've got 3 sets of RSCs on bikes and 2 sets of Codes as spares in the toolbox.
I have noticed with the RScs though how much dialling in you can do, both in terms of reach, span, bite, etc... They're just brilliant at whatever your preference is. My lad likes his levers firmer than me with less free-play before bite and it's really easy to get them spot on... Again, if i want them adjusting to me, it's 10s to get them where i want...
As with everyone, we all had issues back in the days of Guides and internal piston swelling in the lever/master. But you know, people need to move on and stop hanging onto that... they've changed... 🙂
Stif link for Code RSC at that price they will go quick
https://www.stifmtb.com/products/sram-code-rsc-brakeset-200-180mm-w-mmx-clamp
I thought SRAM brakes weren’t very reliable or particularly better than cheapo but more dependable TRP brakes for instance?
Not in my experience, Have both Guides and Codes, and both are ultra reliable, and the Codes especially I'd put in the same category as the Saints I used to have - and thought were some of the best brakes I've used.
I think the Sram brake unreliability reputation came from the Elixers didn’t they?
A design that in theory could have worked, but in practice it was very hard to get a proper bleed on them so not really fit for purpose.
There were also some lever pistons swelling in hot weather in early Guides that didn’t help that reputation. <br /><br />
Since then I’m not aware of any major issues - and actually they’re the nicest brakes to bleed in my experience. The bleeding edge thing make it perfectly clean bleeding at the caliper end. <br /><br />
Compared to my Hope RS4s on Shimano road levers (utterly horrible and messy process) it’s mega. Also better for me than the Shimano bleed process with the funnel thing.
Got Sram Code RSC brakes and I really like them, but I like not much lever throw and a firmer feel - I struggle to get that to last - freshly bled brakes and they are spot on, but give it 4 weeks and the lever pull starts to increase and another 4 weeks and they aren't quite as firm - they still stop me quickly and effectively, but the feel isn't quite how I like it.
The adjustment dial does seem to do something, but I've found following the SRAM bleed instructions then the adjustment dial is already all the way 'in' but still has far too much lever pull. If I put the dial all the way 'out' then the lever feel is good, but then there is no adjustment to reduce lever throw.
I've had the brakes for almost 4 years now, so clearly it isn't a major issue, but it is a niggle as the lever feel doesn't remain the same for long...I'm not convinced the pistons are adjusting as the pads wear.
As I said, I've clearly grown used to them as I still think they are awesome brakes 4 years on and haven't had any desire to change them. I just need to work out how to get the adjustment adjusters sorted.
I'd happily buy them again...but I'm strapped for cash so not going to buy them, despite the bargain prices.
I bleed the RSCs with the spinner at just about it's 'softest' setting, when bleeding (for him anyway) i make sure i almost over-bleed with a firm push on the syringe at the time before locking it off. This then means i can dial in the stiffness even more if he wants/needs. Oviously as pads wear it needs a bit of tweaking.
Hmmm, sounds similar to what I'm doing...I clearly need a bit more practice and trial/error.
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I thought SRAM brakes weren’t very reliable or particularly better than cheapo but more dependable TRP brakes for instance?
The comparable TRP would be the DH Evo. Dependable but certainly not cheap
mashr
The comparable TRP would be the DH Evo. Dependable but certainly not cheap
380 Euro at Bike Discount, so cheaper than the Coses being talked about - but they recommend 2.3mm rotors, so some extra cost there
To save me starting another thread about sram codes.
Any recommendations for pads? (Wiggle have none)
Purchased a used set of code Ultimates off another forum for £90 with a cut hose so needed a rebleed, test rode them today and they've got guide pads in 😂
Check pinkbike too. Often people swap new stuff on a bike because they prefer Shimano not SRAM. Some good deals on almost mint kit.
I would say the opposite about Uber race matrix pads. I could never stop them squealing like a banshee in the wet on my Codes.
I would say the opposite about Uber race matrix pads. I could never stop them squealing like a banshee in the wet on my Codes
Agreed. Although I would go further & say all the cheap pad manufacturers are sh*te in comparison to the OE sintered pads.
The only comparable aftermarket stuff in my experience is the premium brands (Trickstuff/SwissStop, etc).
I've tried all sorts of aftermarket pads for my RSCs and come to the conclusion that the OEM pads can't be beat, and by a long way. I would never buy aftermarket again now.
Agreed, on balance OEM pads can’t be beaten (IMO). Spent too much time faffing about trying to save a few quid on superstar/uberbike pads et al. Several sets of Guide RSCs all faultless.