Brake pads wear out. It's not a question of if, but when, and having a fresh set on hand means you're not scrambling when your lever starts pulling closer to the bar. These SRAM Guide Disc Brake Pads drop directly into Guide R, Guide RS, Guide RSC, and Guide Ultimate calipers with the same steel backing plate and pad shape as the originals.

The compatibility list extends beyond the Guide family. If you're running SRAM Trail, G2 R, G2 RS, G2 RSC, or G2 Ultimate brakes, these pads fit. The same goes for older Avid calipers including Trail, XO Trail, and Elixir Trail. That broad compatibility makes these worth stocking even if you have multiple bikes with different SRAM brake generations.

Compound choice depends on how and where you ride. Organic pads offer quieter operation and stronger initial bite, which works well for trail riding in dry to moderate conditions. They bed in faster and tend to be easier on rotors. Sintered pads handle heat better and last longer in wet, muddy conditions where organic compounds would glaze or wear prematurely. The tradeoff is more rotor wear and occasionally more noise, especially when cold.... Read More