The OEM pads were sintered, worked well, lasted a long time (several years & thousands of miles).
Next I used organic pads. They were quieter and worked well when cold, but faded with extended heavy braking, and did not last as long.
On a dual suspension bike, riding is a mix of everything from gravel to XC to technical single track.
I'd be happy with new OEM pads, yet before pulling the trigger on that figured I'd ask around.
PS rotors are still great, smooth and 1.8 mm thick. They were 1.85 when new and wear limit is 1.55. I true them with gentle bending a few times per year, they are near-perfect straight hold a true pretty well.
Next I used organic pads. They were quieter and worked well when cold, but faded with extended heavy braking, and did not last as long.
On a dual suspension bike, riding is a mix of everything from gravel to XC to technical single track.
I'd be happy with new OEM pads, yet before pulling the trigger on that figured I'd ask around.
PS rotors are still great, smooth and 1.8 mm thick. They were 1.85 when new and wear limit is 1.55. I true them with gentle bending a few times per year, they are near-perfect straight hold a true pretty well.