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Originally Posted by enduro
Hi

I have Tektro Oryx cantilever brakes that need some new pads. The pads on there right now do not have replaceable inserts. Where can I get some cartridge brake pads that work with cantilevers?

Can I just use v-brake pads? Cartridge versions of those are easy to find.

Thanks for your help.
The only issue to watch for is whether or not your current pads are threaded or non-threaded posts. Some cantilevers use threaded posts (common on V-brakes) and some use non-threaded. As long as you get the proper pad/cartridge design, pads is pads.
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