Avid 20R Cantilever/V-Brake Pads
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Avid 20R Cantilever/V-Brake Pads

4.6

Best reliable upgrade for daily commuters using rim brake systems.

These pads are the ultimate 'set it and forget it' solution for rim brakes. By ditching complex cartridge systems for a simple, one-piece molded design, you sacrifice the ability to swap out rubber inserts, but you gain a foolproof, reliable setup that just works in any weather.

$8.99

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Brake System Type V-Brake, Cantilever
V-Brake
V-Brake, Cantilever
Rim Brake Attachment Style Threaded Post
Bolt-On
Threaded Post

Who it's for

  • Daily commuters needing dependable performance for year-round urban riding
  • Home mechanics who value a fast and uncomplicated maintenance process
  • Recreational cyclists who prefer a quiet and distraction-free ride

Who should skip it

  • Long-distance touring cyclists seeking the most durable brake pad options
  • Detail-oriented riders who want to keep their wheelsets looking pristine
  • Mountain bikers tackling aggressive trails with heavy mud and debris

Performance breakdown

Installation Simplicity

Threaded post design makes swapping pads a quick, tool-free affair.

Excellent

Stopping Consistency

Reliable friction levels that perform predictably during standard daily commutes.

Good

Weather Versatility

Standard compound holds its own across dry and light wet conditions.

Good

Maintenance Ease

Integrated one-piece construction eliminates the hassle of fiddling with cartridge inserts.

Excellent

Rim Compatibility

Versatile profile works seamlessly with most standard alloy rim surfaces.

Excellent

Durability

Solid daily-driver construction, though heavy riders may see faster wear rates.

Good

Key Specs

Brake System Type

V-Brake, Cantilever

Pad Format

Complete Pad

Rim Brake Attachment Style

Threaded Post

Compound

Standard

Configuration

One Piece (Pad & Shoe)

Weather Condition Optimization

All Weather

Quantity Per Pack

1

Color

Black

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