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Interbike 2010: Hayes Prime Disc Brakes Final Form, Specs

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Hayes’ Prime Brakes have been a long time coming. First unveiled back in February, they finally had the production ready models at Interbike with news that they’re shipping.

The two-piece rotor of the Pro model is pretty sharp looking, and it’s optional on the Expert, which probably makes up the bulk of the difference between the very reasonable prices: Prime Pro is $199 and Expert is $159 per wheel. Full specs and photos after the break…

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Jeremiah White
Jeremiah White
13 years ago

I’m sorry, but this design just doesn’t appeal to me.

Who hired the Head Engineer that let the actuation pushrod be on the outside? Exposed to any trail debris and mud that comes it’s way?

No thank you Hayes, I prefer something that is more likely to not get gunked up.

mtb-blog.nl
13 years ago

Nice disk brakes, particularly because the’re adjustable while riding..

Dicky
13 years ago

“actuation pushrod be on the outside”

That’s the way my Strokers are… that have been working fine since 2007.

Jeremiah White
Jeremiah White
13 years ago

Sorry, just now realized how rude that comment was.

Hey man, if it works for you, keep it. I’m just not a fan of that look.

TheGreg
TheGreg
13 years ago

Why would anyone choose these brakes over any of the main players already out there? It MIGHT be power, modulation competitive, it is not weight competitive, it has yet another pad size, and Hayes has been a let-down for years. All the hype, blurred pics for a silly little switch that you probably won’t touch after initial setup? Look at Formula for how it SHOULD be done- a separate stroke adjustment piece that can be purchased by the 1% of riders that actually want it.
They should change their name to NO LONGER RELEVANT.
I hope someone from Hayes reads this.

Andy J
Andy J
13 years ago

The brakes look very nice, can’t wait to try them out. My current Hayes brakes are great. I have no issues with them, I really did not see the need for the adjuster, other than appealing to the silly magizine writers. I will probably set it once like u say, but doubt I will ever have a issue with gunk.

J Cooper
J Cooper
13 years ago

I really like the Strokers, and expect the Prime to be even nicer. Tech/engineering arguments aside, Hayes offers an unbeatable price/quality ratio and their brakes are decently reliable and consistent. Also, from a personal experience, Hayes probably offers some of the best customer service in the industry.

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