Gavyn. Posted August 4, 2006 Report Share Posted August 4, 2006 I got my heatsink blues (in standard backings) about a month ago and basically i think they are great I have tried many decent pads such as koxx bloxx in every different colour, cousts and heatsink reds and i by far prefer the blues today while riding the brake felt great a fresh grind and a fresh bleed made me realize how phenomonal these pads are my brake gave me so much confidence that i've never had before with every time i hopped up onto the back wheel that reasuring squeal then the swoosh and squeal just made my bike complete gaps and sidehops became easier infact i did my biggest yet i'm so pleased with my pads and i haven't had any problems with the black glue residue coming through the material thanks alot, SteveGavyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted August 5, 2006 Report Share Posted August 5, 2006 has anybody tested out the new echo pads?My freind has some red ones, there prety damn good, there nearly as loud as zoo! pads and seem to hold and bite prety damn well to! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downhill_rob2@hotmail.com Posted August 8, 2006 Report Share Posted August 8, 2006 My freind has some red ones, there prety damn good, there nearly as loud as zoo! pads and seem to hold and bite prety damn well to!They pretty shit IMOMy mate had some, on a light grind, and they sucked. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Token Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 anyone given the onza citrus pads a go, they seem cheap... as chipsdoes the price reflect their quality? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alextheferret Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 does anyone know any good pads for v brakes and a medium compound. The problem is is that the pads i got with my onza t-vee were really rubbish and keep on slipping. i did get a rim grind that they did at "tartybikes" so if you know any pads that would suit a bike like that it would be great. p.s. please give as much infomation as possible Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobnobs Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 Well, CRV's are generally pretty well represented, as they are the same compound as the CRM's, which are damn good. Depending on your level of grind, they can vary in lock/bite, but i say get them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamR28 Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 does anyone know any good pads for v brakes and a medium compound. The problem is is that the pads i got with my onza t-vee were really rubbish and keep on slipping. i did get a rim grind that they did at "tartybikes" so if you know any pads that would suit a bike like that it would be great. p.s. please give as much infomation as possible AlexHey Alex,You could try some Onza V-Daptors and then use normal HS33 pads - we had a customer buy some for their T-Vee and they're getting on well with them!The CRVs are great pads, but seldom produced - we've still not received the ones we ordered over a year ago!CheersAdam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskimo Posted August 18, 2006 Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 (edited) Pads: Viz YellowTime used:2 months +Rim used: Viz and EchoGrind: YesBrake used: Magura 97? The one where its says 'hs33 trial' on the leverWhat is your opinion of a working brake: Locks and doesn't slip no matter what. 100%How do they compare to previous pads you have used: Not exelentReview:These pads worked ok at the beggining then went downhill. With a grind they were grippy but didn't bite so well. The lock wasn't solid. After using tar they locked an hour then would slip. I was scared of doing gaps when using these.The ware rate was alright with a grind. Don't last forever. Noticable wear.Onza Citrus pads are a better choice. Edited August 18, 2006 by eskimo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downhill_rob2@hotmail.com Posted August 18, 2006 Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 Onza Citrus pads are a better choice.Hmmmm yeah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew_Gibson Posted August 23, 2006 Report Share Posted August 23, 2006 Pads: Heatsink - WhitesTime used: About 2 hoursRim used: Onza RonnieGrind: Yes - light/deadCeraminc: NoBrake used: Magura HS-33, water bled, Echo booster. Rb LeverWhat is your opinion of a working brake: Holds with out fail, No slipping, with a lil modulation. Doesn't wear fast. A nice noise too.How do they compare to previous pads you have used: Better than Koxx greens, not as good as Zoo! (Zoo was on smooth rim with tar!) YetReview:Got the pads on the bike, set them up really good, too. Had a quick ten mins messing about on some curbs. They were really good, noise? Hold? Slipping .... hell no! Went out for a ride. Really good pad. They only slipped one, or twice. The only reason that was cause I hit the pallet with about 20% power as I was fecked. One of the bad point about these pads are they are pretty spongy , They lock and I could keep on squeezing them about 1/2 a cm. No noticeable wear, which is good. I'll edit when I can ride again. I'll put a better grind on too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trials_noob Posted August 24, 2006 Report Share Posted August 24, 2006 Not a review.But what would you guys choose to run on the rear between Zoos on smooth rim or heatsink blues on ground rim?Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhups Posted August 24, 2006 Report Share Posted August 24, 2006 Got some Zoo! pads, about 2-3mm pad left....Offers! Zoo's claen rim or very light grind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trials_noob Posted August 26, 2006 Report Share Posted August 26, 2006 Pads: Heatsink - BluesTime used: About 2 hoursRim used: Onza ReggieGrind: Yes - well an extremely light effort with a file!Ceraminc: NoBrake used: Magura HS-33 (front)What is your opinion of a working brake: Holds with out fail, No slipping, Locks up quickly. Doesn't wear fast.How do they compare to previous pads you have used: Better than Kool stops be miles! Louder than my Zoos! Review:Set them up on bike and checked everyhting over, good to go. Then poured some water on them and draged them for a bit so get the coating off. The bite and hold was awesome. I had been told these would be miles better than the kool stops but i couldn't believe how good they are. The noise is almost deafening from these aswell! Definitely recommened them! And the service from Steve was excellent as expected.Pads: Zoo! padsTime used: About 2 hoursRim used: Onza RonnieGrind: No - smooth rimCeraminc: NoBrake used: Magura HS-33 (rear), with echo boosterWhat is your opinion of a working brake: Holds with out fail, No slipping, Locks up quickly. Doesn't wear fast.How do they compare to previous pads you have used: Better than Kool stops be miles! Review:Similar to reviw above as setup at same time. Lock is immense no slipping at all. Even though i am still learning, i find having strong brakes like these is a massive confidence booster and helps you ride better. They don't slip unlike the kool stops. Very high pitched squeak from them, that assuring noise that the brakes are locked Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomHero Posted August 28, 2006 Report Share Posted August 28, 2006 How do Cousts hold on a rim with no grind?If not very good, which is the best EVER pad to use on a rim with no grind?Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergy Posted August 28, 2006 Report Share Posted August 28, 2006 How do Cousts hold on a rim with no grind?If not very good, which is the best EVER pad to use on a rim with no grind?Cheersone word fer yah ZOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO but got to get them quick as they aint made no more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickinator12 Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Not a review but does anyone know of pads that will work well in the dry and the wet?thanks nick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downhill_rob2@hotmail.com Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Not a review but does anyone know of pads that will work well in the dry and the wet?thanks nick.Coustsinks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash-Kennard Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 yeah, mine are awesome, they are on a medium grind, totally silent, makes me sound smooth which is nice, and they hold like a beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishy Posted September 5, 2006 Report Share Posted September 5, 2006 Anyone used the Heatsink Snowy's? Just ordered a pair on accident... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex.loves.boys Posted September 5, 2006 Report Share Posted September 5, 2006 yeah, mine are awesome, they are on a medium grind, totally silent, makes me sound smooth which is nice, and they hold like a beast.you were complaing about them in plymouth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash-Kennard Posted September 5, 2006 Report Share Posted September 5, 2006 maybe true, but i had a really shit grind that day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan-Walker Posted September 6, 2006 Report Share Posted September 6, 2006 maybe true, but i had a really shit grind that day.i all ways here you complaining about your pads lol.get heatsink reds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash-Kennard Posted September 7, 2006 Report Share Posted September 7, 2006 no you dont, i always hear you complaining about your brake, eg monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex.loves.boys Posted September 7, 2006 Report Share Posted September 7, 2006 maybe true, but i had a really shit grind that day.i'll let you off then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.Wood Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 Pads: Koxx Bloxx YellowsTime used: 2 weeks before i gave upRim used: Echo '06Grind: Yes and noBrake used: Magura 2003. Water bleed, 2x steel standard magura booster, std. lever.What is your opinion of a working brake: One that will not slip, ever.How do they compare to previous pads you have used: Appauling. Used CRM's/Monty/Rimjam Greens/Heatsink/Coustellier/Magura reds.Review: First of all i had these on a worn grind, and they worked unsatisfactorily out of the box. Tried every trick in the book to wear them in, no luck. Tried a nice, sharp fresh grind, and this was no better. I was slipping forwards on loads of objects because of their wank-ness. Gave up after about 2/3 weeks due to safety reasons.Whacked some old Heatsink yellows on the same grind and they worked well.Their only good point was that they didn't wear at all, but thats not much use if they don't work at all. Very poor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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