V-Brake Pads

tomdeswrig
tomdeswrig Posts: 15
edited May 2010 in The workshop
Hi All

I have a 2001 Dawes 301 Discovery Hybrid. The rear v brake pads are Tektro and approx 55mm long. Other than some 55mm Clarks spare pads most replacements seem to be 70mm+.

Do you think I should replace with the 55m Clarks or simply pick a better quality pad which will undoubtedly come in 70mm or above sizes?

Any thoughts.
Thanks

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  • redvee
    redvee Posts: 11,922
    Most v-brake pads these days are 70mm long, IIRC the first canti/v-brakes with replaceable pads were 55mm. Buy a set of Fibrax pads with holders and open up the choice of replacements.
    I've added a signature to prove it is still possible.
  • tomdeswrig
    tomdeswrig Posts: 15
    Hi

    Thanks for the response - I wasn't too sure if the larger size would be an issue other than slightly better braking.

    I have fibrax on the front so will probably get the same.

    Thanks

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