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Ashima have pioneer ed EBS (Engineered Brake Surface) technology and have demonstrated both theoretically and experimentally that EBS alone can have a huge impact on braking performance, brake squeal and even wear! With this knowledge Ashima have designed a range of pads that can be matched to both environment/riding style and budget. The range extends form the standard type entry level design right through to the top of the range 4functional pad.

 

 
High performance value pad with minimum EBS technology: Brake surface offers all round functionality and acts as a direct equivalent replacement for most OEM pads.
This range is aimed at casual infrequent riders for whom economics is the primary concern.
Available for all MTB and road systems
 
 
Ashima entr y level EBS pad, with advanced groove profile: inspired by a car tire tread the central channel, that runs the entire length of the brake surface, ensures contaminates have a low pressure escape route away form the brake/rim interface, giving superior wet performance. Exit channels are angled in the direction of rim travel making it easier to remove the contaminants from the brake.
This range is targeted at more frequent bike riders and ideal for the commuter where performance is more of a concern.
Available for all MTB systems and for entry level road EBS pad
 
Ashima mid-range EBS pad. Braking surface has been broken down into three key areas each with a specific function:
  Crud Clean: Cutting features to remove the heavy contaminates
Max Brake & Water Remove: Like a car tire tread water is removed from the contact surface to improve performance
Rim Release: Anti squeal design eliminates noise and the need to set ¡§toe-in¡¨
This pad is amid at the more serious weekend rider who likes to get a little dirty, where performance, especially in the mud & crud is a prerequisite.
 
This pad represents the pinnacle of EBS technology. Where not only has the braking surface been engineered but also the side profile has been specifically to significantly improve braking performance in the most aggressive of environments.
 

This pad styles are the market leaders offering not only EBS technology on the braking surface but also include engineering performance and functional enhancements to the rear of the pad….pads don’t get more exciting than this!

 
Features:
Elongated pad for superior braking and endurance
4 Function braking surface
Crud Clean: Cutting features & plough to remove the most stubborn of contaminates
Water Clean: Prime rim surface ready for braking using improved grove technology
Max Brake: Largest contact area centered on bolt axis for uniform surface pressure
Rim Release: Anti squeal design eliminates noise and the need to set ¡§toe-in¡¨
 
Designed specifically to work with Ashima Pro. Car tridge where additional features are included:-
Ball & Socket angle adjustment
Low profile supper light cartridge
Large flat surfaces ideal for logo placement
Fully Shimano compatible.
This range is for the dedicated competition off road¡¦er who pushes themselves/ their bikes to limits and are in the saddle regardless of the eliminates, who therefore demand a brake pad with the performance in these harsh aggressive environments that matches their commitment.
The char t above compares wet braking performance against hand load for the various pad styles. Throughout testing the compound batch was kept constant and all products were tested on the same alloy rim. Note the thick lines are trend lines based on the experiment results which can be seen as dotted lines.
The graph clearly demonstrates the benefits of EBS pads over the traditional design and enforces the performance differences between the Standard, Advanced and Sport/Pro ranges. Note should be made that no significant improvement between the Sport and Pro models could be demonstrated. Unfortunately its not until you experience first hand out in the mud/crud can you feel the true performance benefits of the Pro features, but alas our test machine is that portable!
 
Sport/Pro Range ¡VTrials/BMX: Let fear be your only limitation!
For those who demand short bursts of instant stopping power, giving the ability to achieve phenonminal weight shifts form one wheel to the other in a fraction of a second, allowing the rider greater control over the bike, necessary to perform near impossible tricks or to take on the most demanding of obsitcles.
A range of pads designed to specifically bring out the best performance of the Magura hydraulic rim brakes, V/cantilever and U brakes.