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Review on 🚴 Ultimate Performance: SHIMANO XT SM-RT86 Rotor - Enhanced 6-Bolt Design by Smooth May

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Best rotors

I've used XT Ice Tech rotors on several bikes and they really are one of the best rotors out there. In combination with good Shimano brakes like the XT, they stop in no time. I haven't really used my brakes with other rotors, but I can say that my setup works much better than any Sram mid-rotor brakes I've tried. The only complaint I can really make against them is that they bend fairly easily. I don't mind fixing them once a month or so, but be aware that after a day of hard braking these rotors can sometimes warp and end up rubbing.

Pros
  • Stylish and modern design
Cons
  • Slightly wrinkled