MikeDee wrote:I've used Shimano, Kool Stop, and Tektro pads. Kool Stops are the best in terms of needing the lightest hand force at the lever. Shimanos are not quite as good in term of braking power, but wear longer and squeal less. Tektros have poor braking power. I did a tour last year in Humboldt County, CA, which had very steep and poor roads including dirt, so I had to do a lot of braking. The Kool Stop pads were excellent.
Well, I can no longer recommend Shimano brake pads. They pick up aluminum bits from the rim. Kool Stops for me from now on: