Originally Posted by crank_addict

Without hijacking the thread yet while pads have been mentioned, I'm a fan of the outdated Scott - Mathauser pads. Most would not recommend them today for fear of the adhesive backing failing. (Thats for another topic).

Anyways, for old school pads and from my experience these are a great improvement vs. the stock pads set-up on centerpulls. I don't know if the cooling fins are a gimmick but the thin rubber pad minimizes mushiness feel. The aluminum backing is far more rigid than a tin shell. BTW: The center post is hollow. Carry on