Brake pads Clarks for Avid Elixir DB with heat-dissipating radiator, model CLA-VX841-FIN

Clarks brake pads for Avid Elixir DB are replacement hydraulic disc brake pads designed for mountain and trail bikes. Each pad combines friction material with an integrated heat-dissipating radiator (cooling fin) to help control pad and rotor temperature during prolonged or repeated braking. The pads are intended as direct-fit replacements for compatible Avid Elixir DB calipers and focus on maintaining consistent braking performance on long descents and technical trails.

Advantages

The integrated heat-dissipating radiator reduces heat buildup at the pad backing, which helps limit brake fade and preserves friction performance under heavy use. The friction compound is formulated to provide reliable stopping power with predictable modulation, while the backing plate and fin ensure stable contact and improved thermal transfer away from the rotor. These pads offer a practical combination of durability and cooling for riders who encounter sustained braking demands.

Suitable for

• Mountain biking on technical descents where repeated braking generates heat
• Trail riding with frequent stop-and-go sections
• Replacement of worn pads on compatible hydraulic Avid Elixir DB calipers
• Riders seeking improved thermal management to reduce brake fade

Key specifications

• Compatibility: designed for Avid Elixir DB hydraulic disc brake calipers
• Pad type: replacement hydraulic disc brake pads with cooling fin
• Construction: friction material bonded to backing plate with integrated heat-dissipating radiator
• Primary function: improved thermal dissipation to reduce fade during prolonged braking
• Intended use: mountain and trail biking, sustained braking scenarios

How to use

Install the replacement pads following standard hydraulic disc brake service procedures for Avid Elixir DB calipers: remove the wheel, extract the retaining pin or clip, remove the old pads and any pad spring, inspect the piston and caliper for contamination, insert the new pads with the cooling fin oriented as required by the caliper design, re-fit the spring and retaining pin, and reassemble. After installation, bed in the pads by performing a series of controlled accelerations and moderate stops to transfer a uniform layer of friction material to the rotor and to stabilize braking feel.

Usage recommendations

Use the pads with clean, undamaged rotors and avoid contaminating the friction surface with lubricants or cleaners. Regularly inspect pad thickness and replace pads before the friction material is worn down to the backing plate. For heavy downhill use, allow cooling periods between long descents and consider pairing with rotors and calipers in good thermal condition to maximize the benefit of the heat-dissipating radiator.