2013 Zee
Pros:
- Inexpensive
- Good power
- Able to use finned Shimano Pads
- Good Adjustability
- Easy Bleeding
Cons:
- Inconsistent “biting point”
If you like your brake lever close to the handelbar, you’ll have to take the break off and pump it a few times because the lever seems to gradually move itself in in the close position.
2013 Saint M820
Pros:
- Great power
- High Adjustability
- Easy bleeding
- More consistent power and “biting point”
Cons:
- Expensive
- Can’t buy individual parts
Bottom Line
Both the Zee’s and Saint brakes work great. Bleeding is quick and easy, and they both come with Shimano’s new finned brake pads that distribute heat better than the standard ones. If you are just a normal rider who gets out to the park on weekends or even hard-core riders who race over the summer months, Shimano Zee brakes are an excellent choice. They good adjustably good stopping power. If you are racing every single weekend and are serious about it, then maybe spending the extra money to get the Saint M820’s might be worth it because of the increased consistency in power and strength.