Originally Posted by Fear&Trembling
People just tend to regurgitate what they read on forums...
Not in my case. I actually use them and think they are better than any OEM or Shimano pad I've ever used. The only exception, surprisingly, were the DiaCompe pads that originally came on my Bridgestone MB-6.
I think if you're going to replace the pads, you might as well check out the Kool Stops. If you're able to brake properly, not squeal in the process, and not get your rims eaten through, then you already have good pads and can avoid the salmon hype.