Bicycle Mechanics - Brake pad upgrade

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Gyro
04-15-11, 01:15 PM
Looking to upgrade my fx 7.3 pads to kool-stop. Have no idea which pads or pads and holders I need for the Avid SD-3 brakes.


MilitantPotato
04-15-11, 02:31 PM
Thin-line or Supra 2.

Supra 2 lasts a bit longer, but can have clearance issues with the fork/seat-stay, this wasn't an issue on my 7.3FX.

Gyro
04-15-11, 02:58 PM
Thin-line or Supra 2.

Supra 2 lasts a bit longer, but can have clearance issues with the fork/seat-stay, this wasn't an issue on my 7.3FX.

thank you sir. :)