ShimanoDura-Ace R55C4 Road Brake Pads (Alloy Rims)(Return to Product Page)

They work in the sun, they work in the rain, they probably work in the snow but I'll find out for sure in the winter.

Much better stopping power and quieter than my previous brake pads.

Takes 1 minute to replace and just like that good as new

I have never been disappointed with a Shimano Dura Ace product.

The quality control is so good , I have never experienced any problems.

So, for me, the slight extra cost for Dura Ace is well worth it, and almost always less than the other high end groups available.

I don't experiment with other chains, brake pads, cassettes or anything aftermarket as I feel Shimano makes the Dura Ace parts to work together the best possible.

Fits perfectly. All Hardware included. Easy to install.

They have great brake fade and you will stop on a dime in any weather.

Easy to replace and long lasting!

The set screws are even coated with thread lock, they work as advertised and after 1000 miles have no issues.

I change my brake pads frequently. This is always a decent price and a good addition when I need a few more dollars to reach $50 for free shipping.

Taking a file to old pads to remove the glaze helps but new Shimano pads perform better and likely reduce rim ware

Taking a file to old pads improves braking but new Shimano pads are better and also reduce damage to rims.

I'm really happy with the new compound featured in these pads. The old Shimano pads would pick up grit on wet rides and then literally grind the rims until the braking surfaces looked like old LP records. These new pads have almost entirely eliminated that problem. To me, it seems that these pads are also more grippy than the old versions, and I find my stopping distances are decreased. Modulation is very good as well. The only complaint, and not one I am willing to deduct a star for, is that they seem to wear out much faster than the old compound.

These pads work very well in wet and dry conditions. Solid stopping power, and excellent modulation. They work better than Kool Stops and every bit as well as Swiss Stops. They seem to wear a bit quicker than some brands in wet weather, but they have great grab and feel. I'm sticking with these Dura Ace pads.

Easy to install. You got no excuse to replace them.

I switched back to my alloy rimcarbon fairing wheel set for the Mtn. Momma century. Lots of climbs - I counted 9 with epic, switchback descents. Not once did I feel out of control braking as the Shimano pads instilled confidence in the turns.

These replaced the stock pads that came on my Specialized Allez. They fit perfectly into the stock shoe housings, but the new pads were noticeably better in both wet and dry. These were a good investment!

Very good quality brake pads. Well pleased which these brake pads. They last a long time.

I needed a new set of brake pads and for the price these work great

These things will stop you on a dime if you want! Sttong enough to ride your front wheel on a rolling stoppie!!!

Campi pads won't do that!

Excellent pads, I've only used them in dry conditions. They have excellent stopping power. The durability of these pads is also excellent. This my 2nd set.