Disc brake

With these disc brake pad upgrades, you can go faster by going slower, brake later, and have more control to accelerate across your ride - 8 of the best, all expert tested

By Glen Whittington Last updated 10 April 26

Mechanical discs certainly claim to be an easier, more adjustable alternative to hydraulics, but does the lack of power outweigh their simplicity? To find out, I have put four market-leading options to the test.

By Tyler Boucher Last updated 27 June 25