VeloChampion Shimano / Sram Compatible Brake Pad Inserts – FOR CARBON RIMS – Fits Dura Ace, Ultegra, 105 and all Sram Brakesets

Replacement inserts for use with Shimano Dura Ace, Ultegra and 105 brakes. Also compatible with all Sram brakesets – Special inserts designed for wheels with carbon rims/carbon braking surface – Pack contains 2 brake inserts (1 pair) can be used on either front or rear brakes – Can be used on any tubular or clincher rim with a carbon braking surface Developed as a response to the intense heat caused by braking on carbon. These pads are designed for wheels with carbon rims and employ a composite polymer to reduce glazing and offer consistent brake response. Can be used on any tubular or clincher rim with a carbon braking surface Not for use on aluminium braking surfaces. How do I know if my brake pads need replacing? There are a number of ways to tell: the first thing to check is the brake pad’s surface and wear markers. If the pad is worn-out, the pre-cut grooves in the pad’s contact surface will have completely disappeared or the pads are worn down to the wear markers – if so you need to replace them immediately. Other signs to look out for: significant fall-off in braking performance, squeaking sound when brakes are applied, a gritty scraping sound means the metal of the brake shoe is hitting the rim, a sticky/juddering feeling when braking indicates uneven wear and is sticking to the rim – if any of these symptoms occur replace your brake pads immediately. Why do I need to change my brake pads? Braking efficiency decreases and stopping distances increase when pads wear to a dangerous level-magnified in wet conditions. Worn brake pads also require more pressure to generate the friction needed to stop – resulting in quicker wear to the wheel rim. In extreme cases the rim will crack due to the thickness no longer able to support the tyre pressure.