When good brakes arent good enough.

That noise you hear is the cheer of every cyclocross, tandem, recumbent and sticker-laden courier bike rider in the world. Finally, a brand-spankin-new, better-than-ever brake…the new Shorty Ultimate. Avid’s in-line cable adjustor puts an end to the days of needing three hands to set up and adjust your brakes. Want a firmer feel? Need to move the pads in or out a bit? Now you can do it all one-handed, while straddling the bike and eating a pastrami sandwich. Because the difference between good brakes and great brakes is in the details, Avid added a cable quick-release that makes popping off your wheel effortless. Oh, and did we mention the new Shorty Ultimate is also even lighter than before?

Features:

• Brake shoes use standard road pads
• Can be set up with wide or narrow stance
• Open design promotes mud clearance
• Straddle cable has in-line adjuster and quick release
• Pad height is adjustable

Specifications:

Brake Type:Rim Brake

Brake Lever Pull: Short Pull

Brake Mechanism: Cantilever

Mount Type: Brazed-On Fittings (Posts)

Front/Rear Specific: Yes

Color: Black/Red

Weight: 115g

This product is expected to become available for purchase on Wednesday, October 1, 2025