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How to Clean Disc Brakes Without Contaminating Your Pads

Learn the right way to clean disc brake rotors without transferring oil or grease to your pads, plus what to avoid and how to spot contamination.
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How to Bed In New MTB Brake Pads (and Stop the Squeal)

How to Bed In New MTB Brake Pads (and Stop the Squeal)

New brake pads that feel weak, grabby, or squeal on every stop almost always mean one thing: they haven't been bedded in properly. Bedding in transfers a thin, even layer...
— Dunbar Cycles