Description

The Disc 28 XTR 2011+ Disc Brake pads from SwissStop are top - notch high - performance brake pads. They fit a wide variety of brakes and come in five different compounds:

The Disc RS: An organic compound with well - balanced features. It's highly durable, offers predictable and progressive brake power in all conditions, giving riders a smoother brake lever feel and a quieter ride. However, it has lower heat tolerance, so it's not suitable for gravity - style riding.

The Sintered - Metallic: This compound provides enhanced braking in both dry and wet conditions. It has minimal pad wear and high heat resistance, making it ideal for gravity - style riding.

The Disc E Endurance: Specifically designed for heavier E - bikes. It's a long - lasting compound that can handle high temperatures from continuous heavy braking. It offers great modulation, is low - noise, and rotor - friendly, also a good choice for heavier DH bikes.

The EXOTherm 2: It offers maximum pad life with minimum brake fade. Combining a smooth - modulating pad compound with a cooling finned back plate, it ensures consistent and powerful braking in all conditions.

The Resin - Organic: A high - performance compound made from a Kevlar, Ceramic, Brass, and resin composite. It delivers maximum braking power with less effort on the brake lever. It performs well in both wet and dry conditions and has excellent pad life.

Who's this for? Riders looking for quality replacement pads for brakes that use Shimano G type pads.

Pad Material: Available in five compounds - Disc RS, Sintered - Metallic, Resin - Organic, Disc - E Endurance, or EXOTherm 2.

Backing plate material: The EXOTherm 2 compound has a finned alloy backing plate, while the other compounds have a steel backing plate.

Brake caliper compatibility: Compatible with many brakes, including Shimano (XTR BR - M9000, BR - M9020, etc.), FSA (K - Force DB - TX - 9000, Afterburner DB - TX - 9150), and REVER (MCX1 Post Mount).

What's in the box: One set of brake pads and one high - quality retainer spring.

Pros: Different compounds allow you to choose the best option for your riding style.

Cons: Some riders prefer genuine replacement parts.

Using these brake pads is easy. First, make sure your bike's brake caliper is compatible with these pads. Check the list of compatible brakes in the product description. To install, remove the old pads from the caliper and replace them with the new SwissStop pads. Make sure to attach the high - quality retainer spring properly. When riding, you'll notice different braking performances depending on the compound you choose. For example, if you go for the Disc RS, expect a smooth and quiet ride, but be careful in situations where there's a lot of heat build - up. For maintenance, regularly check the pad wear. If the pads are worn down, it's time to replace them. Keep the brake calipers clean to ensure the best performance of the pads. Also, make sure the backing plate is in good condition, especially for the EXOTherm 2 with its finned alloy backing plate. And remember, if you're not sure which compound to choose, think about your riding style and the type of bike you have.