700c Brake pad only on 27x 1 1/4 rim?
02-19-19, 02:59 PM
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700c Brake pad only on 27x 1 1/4 rim?
Hey Guys, is it possible (and good idea) to put a 700c brake pad on a 27 inch wheel (technically 27 x 1 1/40? I am trying to improve braking on 27 in steel or aluminum wheel without converting wheel to 700c. Hopefully can just use pads from 700c as there are much more options and hopefully better performance.
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02-19-19, 03:09 PM
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Pad choice isn't based on rim size for c&v road bikes.
02-19-19, 03:14 PM
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Ok thanks. Its just that I noticed that my 27 inch wheel bikes have rectangular sized pads. I don't see why the slimmer pads for 700c wouldnt work but just wondering if folks had experience on this. but thanks
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I don't know what you're talking about there. Maybe you're thinking that the block style pads were popular in the '70s when 27" wheels were also popular. The '80s brought more 700c sizes to all ranges of road bikes, not just those with tubular (700c) rims. And, like everything else (brake levers, stems, saddles, ...) pads became a little more "streamlined," too. The '80s also saw fewer center pull brakes in use where the block style pads look very appropriate. Pads like the Continentals don't look perfect on many '80s dual-pivot brakes, but they will probably work fine.
If you like the Continentals, check out the Skyway Tuff pads on ebay. They're also made by kool-stop, and I have found they work great on road bikes with aluminum rims.
If you like the Continentals, check out the Skyway Tuff pads on ebay. They're also made by kool-stop, and I have found they work great on road bikes with aluminum rims.
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Thanks for the info all. I will test out using the block vs slim style pads just for kicks. Doesnt sound like there is a mechanical reason why I should still be using block style pads on a bike that has that style originally equipped.
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Now- if you've got steel rims- if you value braking, you want to switch to aluminum rims. Not much is going to help.
But for the most part, look for Kool Stop or Yokozuna pads- the salmon colored pads generally work well (google 'Kool stop salmon'). Get the style that you either prefer or fits your budget and works with your particular brake.
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