BMX Brake Black Friday: discounts on calipers and cables

What can you find in BMX braking?

There are two pages in this section: BMX brake calipers, including U-brakes that attach to the frame's lugs, and brake cables and housing, which connect the lever to the caliper. The options are limited: just enough to restore a worn rear brake or replace a damaged cable after a fall.

Race and freestyle: two braking logics

In BMX racing, the federal rules require an effective rear brake, operated by hand, and prohibit the front brake. Its housing, attached along the frame, runs along the back of the side plate to keep the number visible. In freestyle, the setup is free: a U-brake at the back, possibly combined with a rotor, allowing the handlebar to make a full turn without winding up the cable.

What to check before buying

• The lugs: a cable BMX caliper attaches to two lugs welded to the frame or fork; check if it’s a front, rear, or reversible model, and whether the fixing axle is included.
• The cable: single cable, cable with integrated triangle, or a pair of upper and lower cables for a rotor.
• The lever: some all-in-one cables, like the Linear Quik Slic from Odyssey, require a lever with a split adjustment knob, an open-arm caliper, and split cable stops.
• The bike size: this cable comes in a standard version and a version for 18-inch BMX; the standard version does not fit 16-inch bikes or smaller.
• The disc brake: a hydraulic mountain bike caliper, mentioned on the page, only fits on a frame with a mounting tab, with a wheel that accepts a disc hub.

Comparing two discounts on a BMX brake

On such a limited page, two promotions rarely apply to the same part: front, rear, or reversible caliper, with or without a fixing axle, single cable or with integrated triangle, standard version or for 18-inch BMX. Compare the crossed-out price and the displayed price only for identical versions, and read the product sheet to know what's included with the caliper or cable.

The other BMX and braking pages

The permanent page for BMX braking brings together calipers, levers, cables, and rotors all year round. On the Black Friday side, BMX parts, transmission, and wheels complete the restoration of the bike, and the BMX space of the operation gathers all sections. On a trail or road bike, mountain bike braking and all-practice braking cover pads, discs, and levers. For the rest of the year, watch for clearance deals in the clearance section and the latest references in new arrivals.

Frequently asked questions

Is the front brake allowed in BMX race?

No. The BMX Racing rules prohibit it in competition: only the rear brake, manually operated, is allowed, and it is mandatory. The end of the lever must be rounded or protected, and the cable ends must be covered or welded.

What is a U-brake?

It’s a central pull caliper whose two arms, fixed on lugs on either side of the rim, form a U. A cross cable, the triangle, brings them together when you squeeze the lever. Compact, it fits easily on a BMX frame.

Why install a rotor?

It doubles the rear brake cable around the pivot of the fork, allowing the handlebar to turn endlessly without the cable winding. It’s useful for freestyle riders who do barspins while keeping a brake.

How do I know if a cable fits my BMX?

Measure the cable in place from one stop to the other, and check the type of lever and caliper. An all-in-one cable has its own mounting conditions, detailed by the manufacturer; a single cable can be cut to the correct length.

Is the Black Friday for BMX braking limited to Friday?

The Friday following Thanksgiving is indeed the highlight, but the Black Friday discounts from Vélo-Store on BMX braking apply throughout November. This allows you to check the frame lugs and the type of lever without rushing before choosing a caliper.