Was wondering if any Zipp Firecrest clincher owners can provide commentary on their personal experience with the new Tangente Platinum Pro brake pads. I am presently running Zipp's Tangente Cork pads on a set of MY11 Firecrest 404 clinchers. I'm told that the biggest difference between the two pad compounds is wet braking.

Here is what Zipp has to say on their website, though there is no mention of difference in performance vs. their cork pads:

The Zipp® Tangente™ Platinum Pro Brake Pad delivers smooth speed control, longer wear life and reliable stopping power for use on carbon braking surfaces in all conditions. Tour de France proven, the pad retains its stopping power in wet weather and provides a smooth ride during the many lighter brake touches required to navigate turns or group rides. The durable pad, developed by Zipp and SwissStop®, has no abrasives that damage the rim. It also does not discolor rims.


Many Thanks.