SwissStop Disc 35 RS Organic Brake Pads for Sram \/ Avid Brakes

SwissStop Disc 35 RS Organic Brake Pads delivers powerful braking and precisely balances the performance characteristics important to racers and everyday riders. Disc RS provides extremely quiet operation in all environments. In wet, dry, snow and ice conditions the compound is noiseless. At 1.6mm thick the steel backplate saves weight over standard designs, yet provides the preferred thermal characteristics, strength and stability of steel. Reduced thickness backplate is offset with additional friction material, providing longer pad service life.Main features: Smooth feel in the brake lever. Predictable and progressive brake power. Very high durability. Consistently quiet operation.Compatibilities: Sram: Red eTap AXS (Gen. 2 “Two-Piece” caliper) / Force eTap AXS / Level Ultimate / Level TLM B1 (2020+) / Level TL / Level T / Level / XX / XO. Avid: Elixir 9 / Elixir 7 / Elixir 5 / Elixir 3 / Elixir 1 / Elixir CR / Elixir R.Attention:Pads must be bedded in to achieve optimal performance. Caution before replacing or exchanging brake pads it is essential to let all parts cool.Step 1. On a gradual downhill slope, drag each brake for 20-30 seconds, alternating between front and rear. Repeat 2-3 times.Step 2. On a steeper slope, engage and drag the brakes for 10-15 seconds then increase lever pressure until the bike slows almost to a complete stop. Repeat 2-3 times.Pro Tip: The front pads will have been heated more than the rear. To achieve optimal performance, exchange the front and rear pads then repeat Step 2.