suggestions for good brake pads?
09-19-20, 07:56 AM
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suggestions for good brake pads?
I've been using Shimano M70T4 brake pads on my hybrid bikes. (See https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/gp/product/B001NMTIEI). On the other hand, I use Shimano R55C3 pads for my road bikes. (See https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/gp/product/B00523Z83E). Although the two types of pads are similarly priced, the M70T4 have really crap performance compared with the R55C3. They have weak stopping power and squeal a lot, even after I give them a rub with sandpaper. I want to upgrade to some better brake pads for my hybrid bikes, but R55C3 doesn't seem to be available for V-brakes. Any suggestions for good V-brake pads?
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This. You want to get those with pad holders the first time around. After that, you can get just the inserts. Black for dry, red for wet, black/wet for indecisive buyers.
This. You want to get those with pad holders the first time around. After that, you can get just the inserts. Black for dry, red for wet, black/wet for indecisive buyers.
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Thanks! Anything of similar quality made by other brands you know of? (Looks like I'll have to order from abroad to get a decent price on the Kool Stop pads, as they're expensive in Japan).
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09-23-20, 07:26 AM
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I decided to go with Shimano pad holders I can buy here in Japan (https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/gp/product/B00GEDAPQ6) and compatible Kool Stop replacement pads I can order affordably from abroad (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0081TWBCC).
Thanks, all, for the help!
Thanks, all, for the help!
09-23-20, 08:15 PM
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Just a thought...Poor performance and squealing could be because the pads are not toed in properly.
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