Brake Pad Clarks Linka Long Life Stainless Steel for Road Bikes — compatible with Shimano, Campagnolo

Clarks Linka Long Life brake pad features a stainless steel backing plate and a compound formulated for rim braking on road bicycles. Designed as a replacement pad compatible with popular rim brake systems such as Shimano and Campagnolo, it targets riders who need reliable, long-wearing performance on paved roads. The construction balances wear resistance with consistent braking feel for everyday training, commuting and recreational road riding.

Advantages

The stainless steel backing provides rigid support and improved heat dissipation, helping to maintain pad shape and contact under repeated braking. The Long Life friction compound is engineered to resist rapid wear and deliver predictable stopping power in dry and typical wet road conditions. Overall design aims for straightforward installation and stable modulation without frequent replacement.

Suitable for

• Routine road cycling and training on paved surfaces
• Daily commuting where extended pad life reduces maintenance
• Replacement for compatible rim brake calipers from Shimano and Campagnolo
• Riders seeking consistent braking performance with lower long-term cost

Key specifications

• Type: Rim brake pad for road bikes
• Backing plate material: Stainless steel
• Friction material: Long-life compound optimized for road use
• Designed use: Paved roads, urban streets, training routes
• Compatibility: Common road caliper systems from major manufacturers

How to use

Install the brake pad into the caliper following the brake manufacturer's alignment and torquing instructions, ensuring the pad sits squarely on the rim braking surface. After installation, perform a few slow braking tests to check for correct toe-in, clearance and secure fixing. Bed the pads by performing a series of gradual stops from moderate speed to create even contact and consistent initial performance. Inspect pad wear periodically and replace when the friction material reaches the wear indicator or shows uneven wear.

Usage recommendations

For best performance and longevity, keep rims clean and free of embedded debris that can accelerate pad wear. Avoid extended braking on very steep descents without intermittent cooling, and replace pads when braking feel or stopping distance degrades noticeably.