Jagwire Mountain Pro Brake Pads

The cartridge-style design means that once the initial housing is installed, you only need to slide out the old pad insert and slide in a new one. This allows you to replace your brake pads without having to realign the entire brake assembly or adjust your cable tension.

These pads are designed to work with standard linear-pull (V-brakes) and cantilever brake systems. They are a universal fit for most rim-brake setups found on mountain, hybrid, and commuter bikes.

The all-weather compound is formulated to maintain friction even when wet, which helps prevent the 'slipping' sensation often felt with basic rubber pads in the rain. While no rim brake will stop as instantly in the rain as a disc brake, this compound offers significantly more consistent modulation and stopping power in damp conditions.

For the initial installation, you will need standard hex wrenches to secure the cartridge housing to your brake arms. Once installed, replacing the pads themselves typically requires only a small set of pliers or a flathead screwdriver to remove the retaining pin or slide the pad out, depending on the specific model.

While all brake pads cause some wear on aluminum rims over time, the Jagwire Mountain Pro compound is balanced to provide strong stopping power without being overly abrasive. Regularly cleaning your rims to remove grit and debris will do more to extend the life of your wheels than the choice of pad itself.