Thread: Brake pad sizes
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Old 04-15-12, 12:51 PM
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Cartridge pads cost more initially, but next replacement the inserts cost less..

V brake pads are longer, the bolt and the length of the pad.

though the way they attach to your brake is similar. to newer road types.


the length inside a narrow fork, may not open as far on road bikes
When QR opened,
I just let the air out of the tire in those situations.

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