Rim Brakes Vs Disc Brakes: Which Really Are Better?

Rim brakes versus disc brakes. It’s the eternal debate that rages in the comments of every GCN Tech video! So we've decided it’s now time to do some science and work out which actually are best. Ollie tests two Pinarello superbikes in a series of challenges to see which brakes are faster and more effective. Cue angry comments in 3, 2, 1…!!

0:00 Intro
1:28 Emergency Stop Test
3:36 Descending Test
6:44 Wet Weather Test
8:30 Summary

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