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Bicycle brake pad
Also called: bike brake pads, brake shoe
The friction material that presses on the rim or disc to stop the bike. Noise or weak braking can also come from contamination or adjustment, so diagnose first and then replace.
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When you'd need this
- My brakes don't grab well
- My brakes squeal
Measure and check before you buy
- Brake type (rim or disc) and model name (confirm with a bike shop)
- Rim material
- Pad compounds the rotor allows
Safety: Professional service recommended (brake part, a bike shop is advised).