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MRT2
And if braking performance is an issue, in addition to upgrading pads, you could always upgrade your V Brakes. Something like Deore XT, which was for serious mountain bikers just a few years ago is available now not very much money.
+1 You can upgrade to top of the line v-brakes for a small fraction of the cost of discs and enjoy better braking than you would have with entry level mechanical disc brakes. You would also make your bike lighter by a bit instead of about a pound heavier