Brake pad question
01-15-23, 08:19 PM
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Brake pad question
I have a ~1980 Bridgestone with 27x1.25” wheels and DiaComp G rim brakes. I am looking for suggestion of brake pads and holders. Currently it is running the cheap grey matter ones, but they make a mess and don't perform so well.
If you were to upgrade to new holders with replaceable pads, what would you use?
I am thinking something KoolStop. Thanks!
If you were to upgrade to new holders with replaceable pads, what would you use?
I am thinking something KoolStop. Thanks!
01-15-23, 08:21 PM
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01-16-23, 05:56 AM
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01-16-23, 08:15 AM
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01-16-23, 11:55 AM
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Can’t say enough about the koolstop salmon pads. Great in wet weather and whisper quiet.
01-16-23, 06:01 PM
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Thanks for good option recommendations. I went with the Continentals, mainly because I wanted to support KoolStop, and hear great things. Not really excited about the over mold style appearance, but its not even my bike 
01-16-23, 07:36 PM
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Great brakes and it’s kinda cool (bad pun) that rubber pellets and metal stock go in one door and brakes pads out the other. Quality product for $11. No brainer.
