Hayes Stroker Ace

The guys at Hayes have released their first 4 piston disc brake, the Stroker Ace. The Ace is based on the same master cylinder as all of their Stroker lineup, for its good modulation. The only brakes I have tested from the Stroker series are the Trail and the lower-end Ryde. You can feel the difference between the Ryde and Trail because the Trail’s pads are larger, and it has a greater hydraulic ratio. The Ace’s pads are larger even than the ones on the Trail, so it sure has a LOT of power. A lot of 2009 downhill bikes come with these brakes fitted, so they cannot be total crap. If they are more powerful and keep the same modulation as the Trails, I can’t find too many weak points on them, besides the weight (with 160mm rotor: 440 g, with 180 mm: 488 g, with 203 mm rotor: 520 g).I cannot wait to test a pair of them and give you some feedback on this brake that seems to be the direct competitor for the Shimano Saint and Avid Code!