I have been using this brake set up for a little less than a month and it performs just as well as some of the pricier models that I have on my other bikes. It has a smooth build up of breaking power and it you want to lock it down just squeeze. I do a lot of long downhill riding, nothing crazy, as I live in the foothills so coming and going require uphill and downhill riding, I never experienced fading with this brake set up and it was very easy to swap out the mechanical for the hydraulic set up. Crimping the line at the lever was easy, items were bagged with instructions. If you dont feel comfortable crimping hydraulic lines take it to the bike shop. Every part they used was quality, there was nothing in the build that made me question my safety. These are great brakes for the cost, I would not hesitate telling a friend.