Originally Posted by
jefferee
Continuing the threadjack: How long do the pads last on BB7s? My first set of BB5 pads was worn out (both front and rear) after about 2000 miles. As nobody but Avid seems to make pads for the BB5 ($20/pair at the LBS), this will be an expensive trend if it continues and I'm considering a BB7 upgrade.
2k miles sounds kinda short for disc pads. What kind of conditions?
Serfas,Jagwire,and prolly a couple other aftermarket companies make pads for Avid. A quick Google found Serfas BB7 pads for $8.99.