Thread: Why are pads on linear-pull brakes so much longer?
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Old 06-25-19, 01:40 PM
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Brake force will be the same with small or large pads. Small pads have more pressure, but over smaller surface.

The advantage of larger pads is they heat up less (less heat per area) and need less frequent replacement. Works similar for disc brakes.
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