{"title":"Brake pads \u0026 accessories","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"brake-adapter-post-to-post","title":"Disc Brake adapter - Post to post","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePost-to-Post brake adapters are for mounting Post type disc calipers to Post type frames\/forks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe adapters come in a number of different sizes, be careful to select the correct one! Each adapter comes with washers and bolts as per the product photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdapters should be used to adapt from your fork\/frame post mount to the rotor size desired. E.g. if you have 180mm post mount on your fork and you want to run a 203mm rotor then you should get a 180mm-203mm adapter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA different scenario is if you already have an adapter on your frame. E.g. if you have a 180mm rotor with an existing 160mm-180mm adapter purchase a 160mm-203mm adapter to replace your existing adapter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a little bit of variation in actual caliper, rotor and mount designs so in some cases the washer included may need to sit between the mount and adapter to get the correct spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese adapters will not work with flatmount brakes on road\/gravel bikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to be able to return the adapter you'll need to keep it in mint condition which is best achieved by nipping the bolts up very lightly to check that you're happy with radial alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter something for 200mm rotors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don’t sell anything for them, sorry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy? We think they’re a false economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly SRAM offers supports 200mm rotors, and they’re quite expensive - at least $100 each. By installing a 200mm rotor you’re locked into replacing that with an expensive 200mm rotor each time it needs replacing. At Outspoken we're all about well-performing products at reasonable prices, and 200mm rotors simply don't pass the sniff test for us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you switch to a 203mm rotor, you can get comparable performance rotors for a fraction of the price, making future replacements much cheaper. As of 2 Feb 2026, it costs at least $120 for a SRAM centerline rotor and $60 for a 40P (160mm-200mm) SRAM adapter - a total of $180. From us, you can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/gpvn-disc-brake-rotor?variant=39839867732046\"\u003eget a fantastic 203mm rotor\u003c\/a\u003e ($33) and 180-203mm adapter ($15) for a total of $48. And that’s with our performance guarantee on the rotor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, if you are set on 200mm rotors, you can buy official SRAM adapters (about $60 each). Here’s a table from SRAM about their models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: e0727037-9787-4dc7-986c-8dac0a1ab0e3 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/SCR-20260202-okec.png?v=1770002467\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnd finally, the 200mm - 203mm adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the 200-203mm adapter. Yes, it's two washers (aka rocket science). Place one over each bolt under the caliper to space it outwards. This will allow you to get that additional \"3mm\" (of diameter, not radius) to run standard-sized discs, instead of being locked into expensive sram rotors. Use it to space a 200mm setup to a 203mm rotor. Or use it in conjunction with an adapter, for example spacing a 200mm fork mount to a 220mm rotor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe washers are stainless steel. 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The B05S model is a direct replacement for the old B01S and B03S models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer two versions of these pads. Normal packaging pads are in the standard blue Shimano packaging. Workshop packaging pads are in a small plastic bag and are a bit cheaper, but don't worry - they are authentic Shimano pads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThese pads are compatible with the following brake models:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLX BR-T675, Deore BR-T615 \/ Alivio BR-M4050 \/ Acera BR-M3050 \/ Tourney BR-TX805 \/ Nexave BR-C501 \/ other: BR-M575, BR-M525, BR-M506, BR-M505, BR-M495, BR-M486, BR-M485, BR-M475, BR-M465, BR-M447, BR-M446, BR-M445, BR-M416, BR-M416A, BR-M415, BR-M395, BR-M375, BR-M365, BR-M355, BR-M315, BR-MT500. These pads also fit some models of tektro brakes --- check that the shape of your pad is the same as that in our photo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimano","offers":[{"title":"Workshop packaging","offer_id":21297230381134,"sku":"shimano-b05s-brake-pads","price":13.79,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/Shimano_B01S_B03S_B05S_Resin_brake_pads.jpg?v=1698723295"},{"product_id":"frictive-fr210-sram-medium-guide-g2-brake-pads","title":"Frictive SRAM Guide Brake Pads (FR210)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c9211e;\" color=\"#c9211e\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for brakes which fit SRAM MEDIUM brake pads. This includes Sram Guide and Level (4 piston models only). A list of brake models these pads are compatible with can be found in the compatibility tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads, a new local brand. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Not compatible with Guide RE. Guide RE takes Code (2011 onward) shape\u003cbr\u003e- Guide T, R, RS, RSC, Ultimate\u003cbr\u003e- G2 RSC, Ultimate - Level Stealth (4 piston only)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Avid XO Trail\u003cbr\u003e- Avid Elixir trail 7, 9 (all 4 piston versions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frictive","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":45559898669365,"sku":"FR-BP-210-R","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metallic (Sintered)","offer_id":45293346554165,"sku":"FR-BP-210-M","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/Frictive_FR210M_Metal_Brake_Pads_-_SRAM_MEDIUM_SRAM_GUIDE_G2_LEVEL.jpg?v=1753669216"},{"product_id":"frictive-fr215-sram-large-code-motive-db8-guidere-brake-pads","title":"Frictive SRAM LARGE pads: Code, Motive, DB6, DB8 Brake Pads (FR215)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c9211e;\" color=\"#c9211e\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for brakes which fit SRAM LARGE pads. This includes Sram Code (2011 onwards), Motive, DB6, DB8 and Guide RE brakes. A list of brake models these pads are compatible with can be found in the compatibility tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads, a new local brand. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Avid \u0026amp; SRAM Code, all models from 2011 onward\u003cbr\u003e- SRAM Guide RE\u003cbr\u003e-SRAM Motive\u003cbr\u003e-SRAM DB6 and DB8\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. That said, with these Resin pads we haven't been able to get fade in any situation - including the infamous Mt Oxford descent! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Wear Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin pads cause lower wear to your rotor than Metallic pads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Ongoing Costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven after accounting for the lower rotor wear rate from Resin pads, Metallic pads will cost you about half as much as Resin pads in the long term for total brake maintenance costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximizing Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the braking force from new pads it is important to bed them in systematically. It is tempting to forgo this step, but this will leave performance on the table. 'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. 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Where Frictive doesn’t offer a pad shape we’ve decided to offer these - just to provide a wider range for older and less common brake models. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. 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Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. 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But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Apex 1\u003cbr\u003e- Rival 1\u003cbr\u003e- Rival 22\u003cbr\u003e- Force 1\u003cbr\u003e- Force 22\u003cbr\u003e- Red 22\u003cbr\u003e- S700\u003cbr\u003e- Level Ultimate\u003cbr\u003e- Level TLM (up to model year 2019). 2020 onward use SRAM Level Shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. That said, with these Resin pads we haven't been able to get fade in any situation - including the infamous Mt Oxford descent! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Wear Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin pads cause lower wear to your rotor than Metallic pads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Ongoing Costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven after accounting for the lower rotor wear rate from Resin pads, Metallic pads will cost you about half as much as Resin pads in the long term for total brake maintenance costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximizing Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the braking force from new pads it is important to bed them in systematically. It is tempting to forgo this step, but this will leave performance on the table. 'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frictive","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":39339112595534,"sku":"FR-BP-220-R","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Metallic (Sintered)","offer_id":45559888937269,"sku":"FR-BP-220-M","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/Frictive_FR220R_Resin_Brake_Pads_-_for_SRAM_SMALL_ASYMMETRIC_Road.jpg?v=1753669737"},{"product_id":"frictive-avid-sram-bb5-brake-pads","title":"Frictive Avid\/SRAM BB5 Brake Pads (FR250)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#c9211e\" style=\"color: #c9211e;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c9211e;\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for brakes which fit Avid BB5 pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads, a new local brand. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\" href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. 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But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. 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Our favourite pads were Frictive pads, a new local brand. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. 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We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Juicy 3, 5, 7, Ultimate, Carbon\u003cbr\u003e- BB7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. 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Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). 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Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c9211e;\" color=\"#c9211e\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for brakes which fit Magura MT2 pads. A list of brake models these pads are compatible with can be found on the tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads and these were a close second. Where Frictive doesn’t offer a pad shape we’ve decided to offer these - just to provide a wider range for older and less common brake models. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagura:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- MT2, MT4, MT6, MT8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. That said, with these Resin pads we haven't been able to get fade in any situation - including the infamous Mt Oxford descent! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Wear Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin pads cause lower wear to your rotor than Metallic pads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Ongoing Costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven after accounting for the lower rotor wear rate from Resin pads, Metallic pads will cost you about half as much as Resin pads in the long term for total brake maintenance costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximizing Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the braking force from new pads it is important to bed them in systematically. It is tempting to forgo this step, but this will leave performance on the table. 'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":39339112824910,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metallic (Sintered)","offer_id":39339112857678,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/square-MT2.jpg?v=1618793453"},{"product_id":"frictive-fr305-magura-mt5-mt7-4pc-brake-pads","title":"Frictive Magura MT5-MT7 4pc Brake Pads (FR305)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c9211e;\" color=\"#c9211e\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c9211e;\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese brake pads are for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMagura MT5 and MT5 brakes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The 2pc version is cheaper but the 4pc version tends to align better and rub less. \u003c\/span\u003eThe 2pc version can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/gpvn-magura-mt5-7-2pc-disc-brake-pads\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads, a new local brand. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frictive","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":45559920984373,"sku":"FR-BP-305-R","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metallic (Sintered)","offer_id":45293350093109,"sku":"FR-BP-305-M","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/Frictive_FR305M_Metal_Pads_for_Magura_MT7_Also_MT5_Sintered_Disc_Brake_Pads.jpg?v=1698808489"},{"product_id":"gpvn-hope-v4-brake-pads","title":"GPVN Hope V4 Brake Pads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. 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Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlease note that we were unable to source a metallic version of this pad. Instead we have a \"metal-like\" pad which has similar performance characteristics to metallic pads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. That said, with these Resin pads we haven't been able to get fade in any situation - including the infamous Mt Oxford descent! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Wear Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin pads cause lower wear to your rotor than Metallic pads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Ongoing Costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven after accounting for the lower rotor wear rate from Resin pads, Metallic pads will cost you about half as much as Resin pads in the long term for total brake maintenance costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximizing Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the braking force from new pads it is important to bed them in systematically. It is tempting to forgo this step, but this will leave performance on the table. 'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":39339113054286,"sku":"BP-HOP-V4-ORG","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metal-like","offer_id":51011642196277,"sku":"","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/GPVN_Hope_V4_Disc_Brake_Pads.jpg?v=1698722330"},{"product_id":"gpvn-xt-br-m755-brake-pads","title":"GPVN Shimano XT BR-M755 Brake Pads","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#c9211e\" style=\"color: #c9211e;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c9211e;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for brakes which fit Shimano XT BR-M755 brake pads.\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The equivalent Shimano pad models are M03 and M04\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e A list of brake models these pads are compatible with can be found on the tab above. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads and these were a close second. Where Frictive doesn’t offer a pad shape we’ve decided to offer these - just to provide a wider range for older and less common brake models. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\" href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. 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Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that some brakes that use \"Shimano B01S pads\" (which these replace) have \"Resin Only\" Rotors. 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Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. 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That said, with these Resin pads we haven't been able to get fade in any situation - including the infamous Mt Oxford descent! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Wear Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin pads cause lower wear to your rotor than Metallic pads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Ongoing Costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven after accounting for the lower rotor wear rate from Resin pads, Metallic pads will cost you about half as much as Resin pads in the long term for total brake maintenance costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximizing Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the braking force from new pads it is important to bed them in systematically. It is tempting to forgo this step, but this will leave performance on the table. 'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). 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Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compound, brake model comparability and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. 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Our favourite pads were Frictive pads, a new local brand. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\" href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. 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But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\" href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShimano\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cbr\u003eModels from: XTR | XT | SLX | Alfine\u003cbr\u003e- XTR BR-M9000\/ 9020, XTR BR-M985 (ab 2019) \/988 \/987 \/985 \u003cbr\u003e- XT BR-M8100\/ M8000\/ M785, XT BR-M785\u003cbr\u003e- SLX BR-M7100\/ M7000\/ M675\/ M666\u003cbr\u003e- Deore BR-M6100\/ 6000\/ 615\u003cbr\u003e- Alfine from 2012 (BR-S700\/S7000, BR-RS785, BR-R785, BR-CX75, BR-R515, BR-R315)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFSA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- K-Force DB-XC-9000\u003cbr\u003e- FSA Afterburner DB-XC-9151\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. 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At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. That said, with these Resin pads we haven't been able to get fade in any situation - including the infamous Mt Oxford descent! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Wear Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin pads cause lower wear to your rotor than Metallic pads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Ongoing Costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven after accounting for the lower rotor wear rate from Resin pads, Metallic pads will cost you about half as much as Resin pads in the long term for total brake maintenance costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximizing Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the braking force from new pads it is important to bed them in systematically. It is tempting to forgo this step, but this will leave performance on the table. 'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. 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Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#c9211e\" style=\"color: #c9211e;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for brakes which fit Shimano Saint\/4-Piston brake pads. The equivalent Shimano pad models are D02S, D03S, H03A, H03C, N03A, N04C, P03A, P04C . A list of brake models these pads are compatible with can be found in the compatibility tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads, a new local brand. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are stoked to finally see a NZ brand offering good pads and trying to address the generally overpriced market for braking products, it’s something we can fully get on-board with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\" href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShimano\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cbr\u003e- XTR BR-M9120, \u003cbr\u003e- XT BR-M8120 \/ M8020, \u003cbr\u003e- SLX BR-M7120, \u003cbr\u003e- DEORE BR-M6120, BR-MT420, \u003cbr\u003e- SAINT BR-M820 \/ M810, \u003cbr\u003e- ZEE BR-M640, BR-MT420, BR-MT520\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTektro \/ TRP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Quadiem, Quadiem SL\u003cbr\u003e- Slate T4\u003cbr\u003e- HD-M750, HD-M745, HD-M735, HD-E725,\u003cbr\u003e- DH Evo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. 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Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frictive","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":45559813734709,"sku":"FR-BP-110-R","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metallic (Sintered)","offer_id":45559863640373,"sku":"FR-BP-110-M","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/Frictive_FR110M_Metal_Brake_Pads_-_for_Shimano_4_piston_brakes_-_D02S.jpg?v=1753667725"},{"product_id":"retaining-pin-for-shimano-brakes","title":"Pad Retaining Bolt for Shimano \u0026 Magura Brakes","description":"\u003cp\u003eSick of the split pin on your shimano (or magura) brake caliper? 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The standard bolt that comes with these brakes is slightly shorter and has a flat-head drive but these bolts also fit and it's much nicer to use a hex head bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/bleedbolt_thread_resized_processed_480x480.jpg?v=1624946623\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-right: 48.25px; margin-left: 48.25px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagura note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese can also be used on Magura MT5 and MT7 calipers. 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It's been pre-stretched, so it doesn't stretch as much for you, and it's surface has been smoothed to ensure your shifting is low friction. On top of that, it's stainless steel so it won't corrode.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso included is two cable end caps - just in case. You even get to choose what colour they are! :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer two types of brake cables Road and MTB. The difference between the two is the shape of cable head. Below is an image which you can use to decide which type you need. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Brake Cable Types\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/Brake_Cable_Difference_480x480.jpg?v=1630615410\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jagwire","offers":[{"title":"MTB \/ Red","offer_id":39479604412494,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-red","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MTB \/ Blue","offer_id":39479604445262,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-blue","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MTB \/ Light Pink","offer_id":39479604478030,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-pink","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"MTB \/ Silver","offer_id":39479604510798,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-silver","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MTB \/ Black","offer_id":39479604543566,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-black","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MTB \/ Green","offer_id":39479604576334,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-green","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MTB \/ Gold","offer_id":39479604609102,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-gold","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"MTB \/ Tango (Orange\/Copper)","offer_id":39479604641870,"sku":"brake-inner-mtb-orange","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Road \/ Red","offer_id":39479604674638,"sku":"brake-inner-road-red","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Road \/ Blue","offer_id":39479604707406,"sku":"brake-inner-road-blue","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Road \/ Light Pink","offer_id":39479604740174,"sku":"brake-inner-road-pink","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Road \/ Silver","offer_id":39479604772942,"sku":"brake-inner-road-silver","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Road \/ Black","offer_id":39479604805710,"sku":"brake-inner-road-black","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Road \/ Green","offer_id":39479604838478,"sku":"brake-inner-road-green","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Road \/ Gold","offer_id":39479604871246,"sku":"brake-inner-road-gold","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Road \/ Tango (Orange\/Copper)","offer_id":39479604904014,"sku":"brake-inner-road-orange","price":5.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/square-pf_0.8-sp_0-ds_T-mw_1000_mtb_edit1.jpg?v=1630617458"},{"product_id":"brake-cable-outer-housing-with-slick-lube","title":"Brake cable outer housing with Slick lube","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's 2m of Jagwire 5mm diameter Slick-lube Brake housing, suitable for SRAM and Shimano setups. In the centre is a long lasting slick lubricant that reduces shifting friction and reduces water penetration. Encompassing that within the housing is a steel coil for improved stiffness for braking. All of this makes for a high performance and long lasting brake housing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell this in 2m and 10m lengths. 2m will do a long cable for all non-tandem bikes (except extra extra extra long bikes). 10m is slightly cheaper per metre, but you also get much better usage of cable (less wastage, so even cheaper again).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don't include ferrules with brake cables because different models of brakes use different numbers of ferrules. We do suggest that you replace your ferrules each time you replace a cable though, so if you need some you can grab them \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/cable-outer-end-cap-ferrule\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Make sure you grab the brake version! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eYour housing may need a few days to relax after being opened, it may have been stored in a circle for a while...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOffcuts:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 50 metre rolls we purchase aren't quite 50 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003emetres after all... Instead of binning the small bit at the end, we offer it for you to purchase. We don't stock these lengths as standard, it's only if a bit is cut off. A 1-1.5m offcut will be somewhere between 1m and 1.5m long, the same is true for other lengths of offcuts. Please don't email us asking when we will have offcuts in stock next 😅\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jagwire","offers":[{"title":"2m","offer_id":39479681417294,"sku":"brake-outer-2m","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10m","offer_id":39479681450062,"sku":"brake-outer-10m","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.5-2m offcut","offer_id":51032218435893,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1-1.5m offcut","offer_id":51032218468661,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/Brake_cable_outer_-_slick_lube.jpg?v=1698721998"},{"product_id":"gpvn-hope-e4-brake-pads","title":"GPVN Hope E4 Brake Pads","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" color=\"#c9211e\" style=\"color: #c9211e;\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for Hope E4 and Hope RX4 brakes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads and these were a close second. Where Frictive doesn’t offer a pad shape we’ve decided to offer these - just to provide a wider range for older and less common brake models. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that we were unable to source a metallic version of this pad. Instead we have a \"metal-like\" pad which has similar performance characteristics to metallic pads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\" href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":39836957442126,"sku":"BP-HOP-E4-ORG","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metal-like","offer_id":50728066974005,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/GPVN_Hope_E4_Brake_Pads.jpg?v=1698721714"},{"product_id":"gpvn-hayes-dominion-a4-brake-pads","title":"GPVN Hayes Dominion A4 Brake Pads","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c9211e;\" color=\"#c9211e\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c9211e;\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for Hayes Dominion A4 brakes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads and these were a close second. Where Frictive doesn’t offer a pad shape we’ve decided to offer these - just to provide a wider range for older and less common brake models. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. That said, with these Resin pads we haven't been able to get fade in any situation - including the infamous Mt Oxford descent! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Wear Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin pads cause lower wear to your rotor than Metallic pads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Ongoing Costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven after accounting for the lower rotor wear rate from Resin pads, Metallic pads will cost you about half as much as Resin pads in the long term for total brake maintenance costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximizing Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the braking force from new pads it is important to bed them in systematically. It is tempting to forgo this step, but this will leave performance on the table. 'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":39836976545870,"sku":"BP-Hayes-dominion-ORG","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metallic (Sintered)","offer_id":46039356703029,"sku":"","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/GPVN_Hayes_Dominion_A4_Brake_Pads.jpg?v=1698721709"},{"product_id":"gpvn-disc-brake-rotor","title":"GPVN Disc Brake Rotor","description":"\u003cp\u003eRotors are something that many of us don't think often. Most of the time we're just replacing them when we get a new bike that has rotors which are too small from factory, what's with that? They can be pretty spendy too, if you want a decent 220mm rotor you'll be paying over $100. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other thing about rotors is they're actually a consumable. If you've recently bled your brakes and replaced your pads but your brakes are still performing poorly, have a look at your rotor thickness. As a rotor decreases in thickness its performance decreases. Most brands recommend that after 0.3mm of total wear you replace your rotors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe tested a wide range of rotors to figure out which would have suitable performance for sale. These were our favourite. The performance of these rotors was found to be on-par with SRAM centerline rotors. We named these rotors GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rotors are 1.8mm thick (the 220mm model is 2mm) and are a standard six bolt design. If needed a centerlock adapter can be used to fit them to centerlock hubs, see more info \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/centerlock-to-6-bolt-brake-adapter\" title=\"Centerlock adapter\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. They are made of SUS-410 stainless steel which means you can use any pad compound. The swept cutout pattern allows efficient clearance of debris, water and mud. There are also some handy wear indicators, when the indicators are no longer visible you need to replace your rotors.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're changing rotor size you will need to get an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/brake-adapter-post-to-post\"\u003eadaptor\u003c\/a\u003e at the same time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these rotors will perform well for you. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\" href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes a rotor may turn up a little warped. If yours turns up like this please let us know. We've endeavoured to send rotors in some actually protective packaging but sometimes that's just not enough...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRotor Size:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe age-old debate... We're going to speak about the facts and then share our opinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to smaller rotors, larger rotors:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide more braking force for a given lever pressure. A 10% larger rotor will give 10% higher braking force for a given lever pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre significantly more effective at cooling and take longer to heat up in the first place (more thermal mass)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeigh more \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting the same braking force with less lever pressure means that your hands and forearms will fatigue less. This also means that brakes feel less modulated with larger rotors. A higher cooling rate makes your rotors run cooler and you're less likely to experience brake fade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is all a game of trade-offs and it's up to you to pick your poison. The way that we think about this is:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe want reduced fatigue\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe want maximal braking power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe want sufficient modulation to prevent traction loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe don't mind weight penalties\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe person writing this has Shimano XT 4 piston brakes and runs a 220mm rotor on the front with resin pads for maximal power and modulation (thanks resin!). They found that resin pads on a 203mm rotor would sometimes get fade on the most extremely long and steep descents. They prefer a 203mm rotor on the back with metal pads which allows their rear wheel to lock up more easily (thanks metal pads). Whilst they like locking up their rear wheel, they also want a small amount of modulation and found a 220mm rotor on the rear meant they struggled to keep traction on the back when applying the brake. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our opinion, a lot of gravity riders have rotors that are too small. If you're having fade issues, forget fins and get bigger rotors. If you're having fatigue issues and you're not having traction issues, get bigger rotors. If you're having fatigue and traction issues, consider a bigger rotor with resin pads, the resin pads give you a lot more control and with a larger rotor shouldn't have fade issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e160mm = 136g \u003cbr\u003e180mm = 167g \u003cbr\u003e203mm = 206g \u003cbr\u003e220mm = 269g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"160mm \/ No","offer_id":39839867666510,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-160-6bolt","price":26.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"160mm \/ Add CL adapter - BB tool (any axle)","offer_id":47120713613621,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-160-6bolt+BB-Adapter","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"160mm \/ Add CL adapter - Casette tool (\u003c ⌀12mm axle)","offer_id":47524187963701,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-160-6bolt+Cassette-Adapter","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"180mm \/ No","offer_id":39839867699278,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-180-6bolt","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180mm \/ Add CL adapter - BB tool (any axle)","offer_id":47120713646389,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-180-6bolt+BB-Adapter","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180mm \/ Add CL adapter - Casette tool (\u003c ⌀12mm axle)","offer_id":47524187996469,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-180-6bolt+Cassette-Adapter","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"203mm \/ No","offer_id":39839867732046,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-203-6bolt","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"203mm \/ Add CL adapter - BB tool (any axle)","offer_id":47120713679157,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-203-6bolt+BB-Adapter","price":42.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"203mm \/ Add CL adapter - Casette tool (\u003c ⌀12mm axle)","offer_id":47524188029237,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-203-6bolt+Cassette-Adapter","price":42.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"220mm \/ No","offer_id":39839867764814,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-220-6bolt","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"220mm \/ Add CL adapter - BB tool (any axle)","offer_id":47120713711925,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-220-6bolt+BB-Adapter","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"220mm \/ Add CL adapter - Casette tool (\u003c ⌀12mm axle)","offer_id":47524188062005,"sku":"GPVN-Rotor-220-6bolt+Cassette-Adapter","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/Rotor-6bolt.jpg?v=1701381078"},{"product_id":"4-piston-brake-de-sticker","title":"Brake piston service\/de-sticking tool (for sticky pistons)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHaving issues with some of your brake pistons not moving properly? If so, you could be leaving significant brake performance on the table. Luckily, it’s a fairly simple thing to fix if you’ve got the right tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a tool that can be used on a variety of 2 and 4 piston brakes. The tool constrains all but 1 of the pistons so you can get the stuck piston moving with ease. Just drop the tool into your brake, pull the brake lever and hey presto, the stuck piston will move. Clean the piston with a cotton bud and \u003cstrong\u003egently\u003c\/strong\u003e press the piston back into the brake caliper with your tyre lever. If you want to clean them all, push them all back with your tyre lever and do them one at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, this tool makes it easy to advance a brake piston as far as possible without popping it completely out of the caliper. This allows for as much of the piston to be cleaned as possible, which helps you maximise your braking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tool looks a bit odd, but between rotating and flipping the tool you can extend any brake piston. It also has a chamfer on the leading edges which makes it easier to insert in your brake caliper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe promise that the tool doesn't look nearly as bad as the product image, we just have been without photography resources recently and wanted to list it anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning procedure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully push all pistons back into the caliper using a tyre lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert this tool. Put the retaining pin through the tool and caliper to keep it in place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump the brake and watch that the piston on the side of the tool with the cutout extends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop once the piston hits the tool - feel free to grab the brake lever a few times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the sides of the piston - we use isopropyl alcohol and cotton swabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the piston back into the caliper with your tyre lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat with other pistons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional - apply a droplet of brake oil to the piston surface before pushing it back in. Only do this if you are going to douse the caliper with alcohol to clean it after the procedure, you don't want any rogue fluid hanging around!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is possible to perform this job on 2 piston brakes by carefully constraining 1 piston with a plastic tyre lever and pulling the brake lever, this tool makes it a whole lot easier and ensures you don’t pop the piston right out of the caliper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano 4 Piston - This tool works on all Shimano 4 piston calipers and will probably work on any other brake that can accept \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/frictive-fr110-shimano-saint-4-piston-brake-pads\"\u003ethis brake pad type\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSram Guide - Works for all Sram Guide brakes except for Guide RE - they use the Sram Code tool. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/frictive-fr210-sram-guide-brake-pads\"\u003eThe brake pad type looks like this\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSram Code - Works on Sram code and Sram Guide RE brake calipers. The brake pad type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/frictive-fr215-sram-code-brake-pads\"\u003elooks like this\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano 2 Piston (not road) \u0026amp; Tektro - Works on all non-road\/gravel shimano 2 piston mountain bike brake calipers as well as other brakes using either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/frictive-fr105-shimano-br-m446-brake-pads\"\u003ethis pad type\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/frictive-fr115-shimano-xt-2-piston-brake-pads\"\u003ethis pad type.\u003c\/a\u003e Another common brake type this works for is tektro 2 piston brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano Road - works on Shimano road and gravel brake calipers - or any brake using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/frictive-fr120-shimano-road-brake-pads\"\u003ethis pad type\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSram Level and Elixer - Works on any brake using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/products\/frictive-fr205-sram-level-brake-pads\"\u003ethis style of pad\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e as long as the brake pads can be inserted from the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's roughly what the tool will look like when being used\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 032bc3b2-43ec-42e9-80ed-a0d165303c86 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/De-sticking_tool_image.png?v=1742161921\" width=\"459\" height=\"473\"\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePark tool has this video available which explains the process without using this tool on 2 piston brakes. It's the same procedure for 4 piston brakes, just use this tool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vQXFFgRButo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Shimano 4 Piston","offer_id":44865720680757,"sku":"brake-piston-cleaner-shimano","price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SRAM Guide","offer_id":44865720713525,"sku":"brake-piston-cleaner-guide","price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SRAM Code","offer_id":44865720746293,"sku":"brake-piston-cleaner-code","price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shimano 2 Piston (not road) \u0026 Tektro 2 piston","offer_id":50559427969333,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shimano Road","offer_id":50559428002101,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sram Level \u0026 Avid Elixir","offer_id":50559428034869,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sram Road","offer_id":50800135897397,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Magura MT5 \u0026 MT7","offer_id":51076903436597,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/Outspoken-Cycles-BRAKE-PISTON-SERVICE-09.jpg?v=1707101408"},{"product_id":"rotor-shim","title":"Disc Rotor Shim - 6 bolt - 0.2mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSometimes you just need to space a brake rotor outwards. These disc brake shims\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einstall between the rotor and centerlock disc brake hub allowing you to fine-tune the alignment of the braking surface. Shims are also commonly used when swapping between different wheelsets, so that you don't have to re-align the caliper on the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shim is 0.2mm thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv lang=\"en-NZ\" data-md=\"61\" class=\"wDYxhc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Single \/ 6 Bolt","offer_id":40094490722382,"sku":"rotor-shim-6bolt","price":2.79,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Four pack \/ 6 Bolt","offer_id":52153231343925,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/products\/Rotor_Shim_-_0.2mm.jpg?v=1698721420"},{"product_id":"centerlock-to-6-bolt-brake-adapter","title":"Centerlock to 6 bolt brake rotor adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo you have a centerlock lock hub but want to use a 6 bolt rotor? This adapter will do the trick for you! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe tested a bunch of adapter options and were surprised by how bad many of them were. We decided on this model because:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWe like the security of attaching our rotor with bolts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe bolts also allow you to run any rotor thickness (well, within reason 😅)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIt tightens well with clear mechanical feedback provided to the installer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ee could hit the price point desired\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003eTypes (now only one...)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBB (Bottom Bracket) tool\u003c\/span\u003e: Uses a standard bottom bracket tool (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eones that work with Shimano hollowtech II) to install. Works for all axles. We prefer this model but admit that many of us only have cassette tools handy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is no limit on the size of the rotor you can install with these adapters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools for installation:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCassette tools:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/freewheel-tool-for-spanner-use\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ethis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/basic-freewheel-tool\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ethat\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/premium-freewheel-tool\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ethee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Bottom Bracket tool (any axle diameter)","offer_id":47518248010037,"sku":"centerlock-6bolt-adapter-2","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/CLadapter-BB.jpg?v=1701379933"},{"product_id":"gpvn-tektro-dorado-brake-pads","title":"GPVN Tektro Dorado Brake Pads","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake pads are the most regularly replaced part of a mountain bike. Sadly, pads tend to be expensive and perform well OR cheap and perform poorly. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pads are different\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c9211e;\" color=\"#c9211e\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c9211e;\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e they perform well at a reasonable price.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brake pads are for Tektro Dorado brakes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spent months testing a bunch of different brake pads under fifteen accomplished riders to find brake pads which perform well at a great price. Our favourite pads were Frictive pads and these were a close second. Where Frictive doesn’t offer a pad shape we’ve decided to offer these - just to provide a wider range for older and less common brake models. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. Further details about the Performance Guarantee can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/pages\/performance-guarantee\" title=\"Performance Guarantee Details\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of the performance differences between pad compounds and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on the tabs above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that you try both pad compounds to get a feel for the differences so you can make an informed choice about your preferred compound. Even at downhill World Cups, different riders use different compounds as it's a personal preference. We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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At high temperatures, or in the wet, Metallic sometimes screech (you know the sound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic tend to outperform Resin in the wet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. \u003c\/span\u003eResin tend to fade at lower temperature than Metallic. 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Where Frictive doesn’t offer a pad shape we’ve decided to offer these - just to provide a wider range for older and less common brake models. Our test riders found the performance of these pads comparable to the big name brands you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named these pads GPVN which stands for \"Great Price, Very Nice\" - a name which really amuses us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePerformance Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, these pads perform well. We will refund you if you disagree. Easy as. Just let us know if you’re unsatisfied and we’ll sort the rest. 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But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. 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We’re excited to be able to offer these pads at prices that make personal pad testing possible for more riders!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need Fins?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProbably not. Finned pads decrease the chance of fade in really heavy braking situations. Brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that occurs when brakes are very hot. Finned pads increase the convective surface area (the area exposed to air flow) of your braking system. An increased convective surface area increases the rate of heat dissipation, which in turn decreases the temperature that your brakes run at for a given amount of braking. A lower temperature for a given amount of braking means that fins decrease brake fade. Additionally, lower operating temperatures reduce the wear rate of the pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is to say that fins can improve hot braking performance and decrease pad wear. But unless you experience brake fade, fins will not improve your braking performance noticeably. Most riders will never experience brake fade and thus will not benefit from finned pads. The slightly decreased wear rate of finned pads does not justify the large cost difference. Even the most experienced riders in our test group felt no need to “upgrade” to finned pads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compound should I run on an e-bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE-bikes are like normal bikes except they are roughly 10kg heavier. In terms of braking requirements, there is no difference between riding an e-bike and riding a normal bike after eating 10kg of pies. Contrary to what marketing may tell you, e-bikes don't require any special brake pad materials or rotor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest you try Resin pads and Metallic pads to get a feel for the differences and then make a decision based on your own experiences. Refer to the “Compound Differences” tab for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- All SRAM Maven brakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Differences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin tend to have slightly more bite when cold than Metallic. Metallic perform better at higher temperatures, i.e. very long descents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin have a progressive feel whereas Metallic are more on\/off. It is easier to crawl down steep things without skidding with Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a given amount of riding you would use roughly 3 pairs of Resin pads to each pair of Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResin are very quiet, Metallic are always a bit noisier. 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'Just riding' a new pair of pads results in inferior braking compared to intentionally bedding in those same pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good bedding in process transfers an even layer of brake pad material to the rotor. Pad material transferred to the rotor generates more friction with the pad than the rotor material does. Think about the difference between two grippy surfaces touching versus two slick surfaces. Bedding in your pads creates the best possible match between your pad and rotor surfaces. Which in turn maximizes braking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCEDURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Clean your rotor with a non-residual cleaner like isopropyl alchohol (you can forgo this step if you don’t have any around)\u003cbr\u003e2) Install pads\u003cbr\u003e3) Install wheel\u003cbr\u003e4) Pedal bike up to speed and apply your brakes with a consistent pressure (gently at first is best).\u003cbr\u003e5) Take off brakes before you stop. Stopping fully ends up causing an uneven transfer of pad material\u003cbr\u003e6) Repeat steps 4-5 ten to twenty times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt always surprises us how different the brakes feel after we’ve gone through this process. We do this on a downhill road (ideally at the top of a chairlift ;) ). Stops us having to pedal up to speed a bunch of times, which can make for a serious puff-fest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frictive","offers":[{"title":"Resin (Organic)","offer_id":50323596083509,"sku":"FR-BP-225-R","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metallic (Sintered)","offer_id":50323596116277,"sku":"FR-BP-225-M","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/Frictive_FR225M_Metal_Brake_Pads_-_SRAM_EXTRA_LARGE_Maven.jpg?v=1753669902"},{"product_id":"titanium-rotor-bolts","title":"Titanium Rotor Bolts","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're reading this, we guess that you're keen to make your bike look a little more... Bling. Oil-Slick Titanium bolts are a great way of doing that. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rotor bolts are the standard m5 x 10mm length, which is most commonly specified on MTBs. They're made of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6AL-4V (Grade 5 - Aerospace grade) Titanium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on installation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThese bolts come without a threadlocker. So you'll need to apply a threadlocker to ensure they don't fall out. Just a drop of Loctite 243 will do the trick (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/outspokencycles.co.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/loctite-243-threadlocker\"\u003ewe sell that here\u003c\/a\u003e). Only a drop, though, any more will make it difficult to extract the bolts from your hub. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on bolt colours\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThese bolts all have a slightly different colour profile; it's a feature, not a bug. Most are primarily purple with a blue-ish tinge. Some are primarily blue with purple-ish tinge. Don't buy them and then tell us they're inconsistent 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Titanium vs Steel vs Alloy?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel rotor bolts are cheap and strong, but you can't really get cool colours with them. Alloy bolts are cheap, light a wide variety of colours are available, but they're weak and very easy to strip when you install them or try to remove them. Titanium bolts are light, strong and there's a range of colours available, but they're expensive as hell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo if you're keen on a coloured bolt, get a titanium one. Alloy bolts might be cheaper, but they're not worth the inevitable hassle of trying to remove them when they strip on installation or removal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy not just get my bolts from Temu or Aliexpress?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe got a few to have a look. All of them claimed to be Titanium, but none of them were. You can spin the lottery wheel if you like 😂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outspoken Cycles","offers":[{"title":"6 pack (1 rotors worth) \/ Oil Slick","offer_id":51435599528245,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2336\/2745\/files\/Titaniumrotorbolts-6pack.webp?v=1764537008"}],"url":"https:\/\/outspokencycles.com\/collections\/brake-accessories-pads.oembed","provider":"Outspoken Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}