I just bought a 1983 Trek 600 and the brake pads are dried out and need replacement. I plan on getting the kool stops but was wondering if getting something like the Dura Holder kit would be better/work compared to the continentals? They also look nicer.....the nuovo record replacements look like they may fit in the preexisting holders.

Thanks for the help in advance

https://sheldonbrown.com/harris/brake...ml#continental

https://sheldonbrown.com/harris/brake...tml#duraholder

You'll have to slightly widen the slot in the Dia Compes to fit the Kool Stop or VO Dura Ace type holders. I had to do this with some 500s. They now allow for perfect toe-in and hush-hush braking. I sold this to a 225lb friend. He's using aero levers and the braking is everything he needs.

Okay great I'll be ordering some now!

Good deal. It'll take a few minutes with a bastard file for each caliper.

Are these Koolstop pads you are referring to?

Amazon.com : Kool Stop Dura 2 Brake Insert (Salmon) : Bike Brake Pads : Sports & Outdoors