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So I'm preparing to install my new kool-stop brake pads, and came up with an interesting concept (after sliding around in this rediculus snow).
Has anyone ever 'syped' their brake pads?
This is a concept that tire manufacturers and installers do if you'd like more traction in snow/all season.
I gave it a shot, and ran an experiment with a hanging scale. They (the pads that were syped) seem to hold a little better. I just used a razor blade and cut perpendicular to the rim rotation. I only cut down about 1 to 2 mm. Of course, the real test is to just get out and ride... after the 8 inches of snow goes away! I've heard that the deeper you sype the material, the more flex it has, resulting in better contact. I've done a little research on the web....
...and then I put the koolio stops in... end of discussion.
Taylor
Has anyone ever 'syped' their brake pads?
This is a concept that tire manufacturers and installers do if you'd like more traction in snow/all season.
I gave it a shot, and ran an experiment with a hanging scale. They (the pads that were syped) seem to hold a little better. I just used a razor blade and cut perpendicular to the rim rotation. I only cut down about 1 to 2 mm. Of course, the real test is to just get out and ride... after the 8 inches of snow goes away! I've heard that the deeper you sype the material, the more flex it has, resulting in better contact. I've done a little research on the web....
...and then I put the koolio stops in... end of discussion.
Taylor