mr ailsbury Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Hey, I haven't bought any new trials gear for a fair few years now and i'm looking to maybe buy some of the 2014 HS33's. Just wondering what people think of them so far? Can they take a water bleed, are they as strong as the older 2005 version which I have now, is the TPA easy to change (I'm guessing they're still crap and break all the time) They look like they might be really flexy, anyone snapped/cracked a pair yet? Cheers for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ Leigh Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 (edited) The only problem with 2014's is that i weigh nothing and im not exactly the type of rider who goes big, but that was back then before mine snapped. i had one in September last year and it lasted me until the end or January... but the blade is thin as anything to be honest. there has been many issues with them snapping and i was surprised mine went so quickly. however the performance with a grind is unbelievable! they feel a lot more powerful than the 2011s but ive never really used a 2005 this is what i mean by thin camera isnt amazing, its my phone but oh well Edited April 7, 2014 by JJ Leigh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HippY Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 I had it, the only reason I changed it because I like my bike as my girls, DD, but with a fresh grind, with some badly angled pads the braking power was amazing! I had the 4 finger lever version, it had no problem and I heard nothing about the current owner as well 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 I changed it because I like my bike as my girls, DD, Hahahaha that was actually pretty good for you mate. Made me laugh 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t33zr Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 (edited) http://www.trials-forum.co.uk/topic/186816-bleed-bolt-2014-hs33-plastic-shit/ Never getting a magura again. Magura is good when is good, but mainly sux. EDIT: seems like adam@tarty managed to get spare bleeding bolts. Edited April 7, 2014 by t33zr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CriminalRider Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 This would not have happened if you have no brakes or have a brake. Obviously modern(2006+) magura are shit, not a brake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake. Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 This would not have happened if you have no brakes. Really? I never would have guessed... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greetings Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Really? I never would have guessed... Don't feed the trolls. Is this lever snappage a common problem on these brakes? I'd expect some aftermarket replacements from brands like Racing line to appear sooner or later if indeed this is an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 A few people have snapped them I don't really see why people are buying them, they feel like disk brakes at the lever which is a bit weird. Full metal levers (IN MY OPINION) are superior. But different strokes for different folks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casualjoe Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 IMG-20140407-00803.jpg Ah, the blade is definitely metal then. Glad to finally clear that up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ Leigh Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 the actual blade is aluminium and the body is this weird plastic thing but i think its called carbotecture? not had any problem with anything else on the brake, just the blade snapped A few people have snapped them I don't really see why people are buying them, they feel like disk brakes at the lever which is a bit weird. Full metal levers (IN MY OPINION) are superior. But different strokes for different folks i didnt get it for that reason, i was gonna get the 2011 trial edition, but the next day when i was going to order it, it had gone and the new one was there so got that instead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritas Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 there has been many issues with them snapping no, there hasnt. there's been a COUPLE, and their always ones that look like they have been crashed in to the floor. maybe they should come with a warranty slip stating "these brakes are designed to stop you from moving via friction between the pads and wheel, not the lever blade and floor." i guess that would stop this misunderstanding in the future. To keep on topic: the brakes are good. almost everyone that has them gets on well with them but a few people treat them badly and are surprised when they break as a result. they are totally fine if you don't try and dig your own grave with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ Leigh Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 (edited) no, there hasnt. there's been a COUPLE, and their always ones that look like they have been crashed in to the floor.. well i think there's been quite a FEW and there not ALWAYS ones that have been crashed onto the floor Edited April 7, 2014 by JJ Leigh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBiker Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HippY Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 I reckon the biggest issue for us that it is not designed for trials use it should be perfect for normal use, where you want more power than a V but dont have disc hubs, like a normal road bike. At least there is a new Hope, that should come soonish 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali C Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 it should be perfect for normal use, where you want more power than a V Whoa whoa whoa.......might want to reconsider that statement, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBiker Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 ali has a point right there, v-brakes have more overall power,maggies just have a better bite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali C Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 which is less use than good hold, but people somehow prefer inferior brakes which is odd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBiker Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 it just feels more precise,whereas a v always felt slacker (makes sense) for me.just need that punching feeling.think thats the reason for most maggie users (when maggies where trials brakes) to each their own i think but on topic,snapping lever blades are seriously bad stuff if you ask me,all the older maggies werent designed for trials either and held up to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stirlingpowers Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 maybe buy some of the 2014 HS33's. Wait a few months, if you don't need them. The Clean brake should be out soon, according to Abel Mustieles. Then there is the rumoured Hope prototype, and the Racing Line, of which we will soon learn more about its ability to work with water in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HippY Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Whoa whoa whoa.......might want to reconsider that statement, Okay I rephrase that I have not got a clue, why anyone would use hydro rim brake, apart from trials riders, whereas a V can provide enough power for normal road use, or if you need more, there is the disc brake, that can provide greater power, good braking surface, no damage or use of the rim, so I guessed, it might be a little bit more power than on a V... or just for a pub story that "yeah, I have a hydro on a roadie" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stirlingpowers Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 (edited) Exac Okay I rephrase that I have not got a clue, why anyone would use hydro rim brake, apart from trials riders, whereas a V can provide enough power for normal road use, or if you need more, there is the disc brake, that can provide greater power, good braking surface, no damage or use of the rim, so I guessed, it might be a little bit more power than on a V... or just for a pub story that "yeah, I have a hydro on a roadie" Exactly. If you brake a lot down from higher speeds in the wet or mud, discs. If not, V-brakes. I had Deore Vs with XT levers and cables on my commuter, which lasted from 06 to 13 without touching it, and then only needed a pair of new pads. I can't see getting that from a hydraulic brake. Edited April 7, 2014 by stirlingpowers 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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