Brake Blocks

Choose brake pads compatible with your bicycle

Bicycle brake pads are one of the components that make up the bicycle's entire braking system and, to choose them correctly, you must check the material of the rim's braking surface and its compatibility with your bicycle's braking system.

The main function of a brake pad is to create friction on the wheel rims to stop or slow down the bicycle. The braking action, whether more or less intense, will depend on the pressure applied to the brake levers.

Depending on the manufacturing material, you should choose one type of brake pad or another to avoid damaging your bicycle's rim and ensure that the brake pad works correctly.

Brake pad materials

The manufacturing material of the brake pads must be very well looked after and properly maintained so that braking is safe and effective.

Bicycle brake pads are made from different types of rubber and are used for the majority of rim braking surfaces. The properties of these materials provide the bicycle with quality and safe braking.

In addition, brake pad materials provide durability, meaning they can be used for quite a long time depending on each cyclist's riding characteristics and use of the bicycle.

Buy brake pads at Santafixie

At Santafixie, we have different bicycle brake pads made by brands such as Eltin, Alligator or Massi, among others. Choose the brake pads that suit your wheels and your needs.

Brake pads are used together with caliper brakes and brake cables, which form part of the braking system and allow the brake pads to be operated correctly.

If you have any questions about bicycle brake pads and their compatibility, do not hesitate to contact us by email at [email protected] so that our specialists can provide information about any questions you may have and help you find the answer you are looking for.