5* Absolutely fantastic brake pads, tonnes of stopping power even in heavy rain, highly recommend.
Hi Luke, thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you're satisfied with the stopping power, even in heavy rain. Enjoy your rides!
Very easy process from start to finish
Hi, we're glad to hear the process was smooth for you! Thanks for choosing Gorilla Brakes.
Excellent product
Hi Paul, we're thrilled to hear you're happy with the product! Thanks for your support and for sharing your feedback.
I bought a set of these pads for my summer bike and they were so good I've bought another set for my winter bike! I had glazed my Shimano brake pads and no amount of sanding would bring them back to normal. They felt Woody and lacked any stopping power. Switching to these gorilla pads has returned the performance to the best it's ever been and the lever feel is amazing!
Hi Mark, we're thrilled to hear how much you love the Gorilla Brakes! Thanks for trusting us for both your summer and winter rides. Happy cycling!
They work quietly and effectively
Hi Duncan, we're thrilled to hear that you're satisfied with the quiet and effective performance of our Gorilla Brakes! Thanks for sharing your experience.
Good quality pads, arrived the day after I ordered them
Hi there! Thanks for your great feedback. We're glad you're happy with the quality and fast delivery. Enjoy your ride!
So far, so good. I ordered these be a use my existing Shimano pads had a terrible squeal that I couldn’t get rid of. The new brake pads stop well without the squeal.
Hi John, we're glad to hear the new brake pads are working well for you and eliminating that squeal! Thanks for sharing your experience with Gorilla Brakes.
Good value brakes as replacement to Shimano brand
Hi Charles, we're glad you found our brakes to be a good value! Thanks for choosing Gorilla Brakes for your replacement needs.
Great at not fading, but they’re absurdly loud, whether cold, warm, or hot. This is with new brake discs and I followed the break-in directions. I’ve used semi-metallic brake pads before that were not even nearly this loud. Maybe 25%, and only if the discs got hot. It was useful for the race to let people know where I am from 1 km away (seriously), but I have to take then off for regular riding because it’s obnoxious.
Hi David,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, and we’re pleased to hear the pads delivered the fade resistance you were looking for.
The noise, however, isn’t something we’d expect to be caused by the brake pads alone. Brake squeal is almost always the result of vibration resonance somewhere in the braking system. Even with brand new rotors and a correct bedding-in procedure, factors such as caliper alignment, piston movement, rotor design, brake fluid condition, or the interaction between a very hard metallic compound and certain brake systems can create significant noise.
Some brake and rotor combinations are much more sensitive than others. We’ve recently developed new compounds specifically because we found certain brake systems perform better with a slightly different friction material while still maintaining excellent power and heat management.
Please get in touch with us directly. We’d be more than happy to help diagnose the issue and, if your brake setup would benefit from a different compound, we’ll happily exchange the pads or arrange a refund, even if they’ve been used. We stand behind our products and want you to have brakes that are both powerful and quiet.
Very good pads super fast delivery
Thanks we try our best
Prompt delivery, good service, the pads work fine
Hi Ian, thanks for your kind words! We're glad the pads are working well for you. If you need anything else, just let us know!
Arrived next day as promised. Fitted immediately and working perfectly
Hi John, glad to hear the pads arrived quickly and are working perfectly! Thanks for your awesome review.
Now, whether I’m an idiot or not I can’t be sure; I ride a Cannondale Topstone Carbon with Shimano GRX400 brakes. Is it me but those pads are not compatible with those brakes (‘was sure they’re listed as such).
The pads are in contact with the rotor (pistons are fully retracted).
Hi James,
Sorry you’re having trouble with the fitment.
We have tried to give you a call so we could talk this through properly, but we haven’t been able to reach you yet.
You have purchased the Gorilla Brakes NRS ONE pads. On these pads, the spring is built in as one piece,
If the pads are sitting in contact with the rotor, the spring may need opening up slightly before fitting. This adds more tension and helps the pads sit back from the rotor correctly.
Please remove the pads and gently open the spring section out a little, then refit them and centre the caliper over the rotor.
GRX brakes can also suffer from corrosion or build-up around the pistons, so it is worth checking that both pistons are moving freely and returning evenly.
give our workshop a call on 0800 772 0937 and we’ll talk you through it.
Kind regards,
Lee
Gorilla Brakes
The standard ultegra brake pads were good, the new Gorilla pads are definitely an immediate upgrade. Still bedding in, been through a couple of really wet weeks and never felt like I didn't have brakes
Hi Bob, we're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the upgrade with our Gorilla brakes! Staying confident in wet conditions is exactly what we aim for. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Brilliant stopping power
Hi David, we're thrilled to hear you’re happy with the stopping power! Thanks for sharing your experience. Safe riding!
Excellent pads and as always great service
thank you for your review
Excellent product! Definitely worth the money . Highly recommend
Thank you for your positive feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you are satisfied with our Shimano GRX / 105 / Ultegra / Dura-Ace / Tiagra – Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads. We strive to provide high-quality products at a reasonable price, and we are happy to know that we have met your expectations. Thank you for recommending us. We truly appreciate your support. Ride safe, and happy cycling!
What can i say other than brilliant service as had problem with first order emailed very quickly responses and it was sorted next day had the full order
Thank you for the reveiw, we try our best
Pads working really well, and have completely eliminated the noise issues,also,bedded in quickly.
Hi there, thank you for sharing your positive experience with our Shimano GRX / 105 / Ultegra / Dura-Ace / Tiagra – Factory Racing Stealth Disc Brake Pads! We're thrilled to hear that the pads are working well and have solved any noise issues. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality products that quickly bed in for optimal performance. Thank you for choosing Gorilla Brakes!
Vicked for wheelies
Hi there! Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear that our Enduro Pro Ultimate Disc Brake Pads are working well for your wheelies. Keep having fun out there! Ride on.
I've done over 250 miles and they are working perfectly. They were easy to fit.
Hi there, thank you so much for your feedback on our Shimano GRX / 105 / Ultegra / Dura-Ace / Tiagra – Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads. We're glad to hear that they are working perfectly for you and that they were easy to fit. Keep on riding and happy trails!
The disk Break Pads Works without and Noise…
Perfect!
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're glad to hear that our Shimano GRX / 105 / Ultegra / Dura-Ace / Tiagra – Enduro Pro Ultimate Disc Brake Pads (L / K-Type) are working perfectly for you without any noise. That's just what we aim for! Thank you for choosing Gorilla Brakes. Happy riding!
Really good affordable brake pads for my roadie. Also, shipping was fast. Recommend.
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad to hear that you are satisfied with our Shimano GRX / 105 / Ultegra / Dura-Ace / Tiagra – Sintered Disc Brake Pads. Our team takes pride in providing quality and affordable products for our customers. We're also happy to hear that our shipping was fast. Thank you for recommending us! Ride safe.
Where’s the local retailer.
Hi there, thank you for your review! We're sorry to hear that you were unable to find our product at your local retailer. We are constantly expanding our distribution, but in the meantime, you can purchase our disc brake pads directly from us online. Thank you for your support of Gorilla Brakes!
These are L / K-Type pads designed to replace Shimano K05S, L05A, and L03A. They fit most Shimano 2-piston flat-mount road and gravel systems including GRX, 105, Ultegra, and Dura-Ace. If you’re unsure, just message us and we’ll confirm.
Standard resin pads work well at low temperatures but can fade when pushed harder. The carbon-reinforced compound improves heat stability, giving more consistent braking on longer descents with a smoother feel.
Yes — this is one of our quietest compounds. When properly bedded in and the system is set up correctly, they run very quietly. Noise is usually caused by setup issues rather than the pad itself.
They take slightly longer than standard resin pads. We recommend 15–20 controlled stops from speed to build a proper transfer layer. Once bedded in, performance becomes consistent and stable.
They perform best in dry and mixed conditions. In heavy rain or mud, braking performance will be lower than sintered pads. For regular wet riding, we’d recommend Sintered or Enduro Pro compounds.
Brake power comes from the brake system itself (caliper, pistons, fluid, rotor size). Pads control how that power is delivered. These improve modulation and consistency rather than just adding aggressive bite.
Yes — they are suitable for e-road and e-gravel bikes. The carbon compound handles the extra load better than standard resin pads. For full-power e-MTB use, a more aggressive compound is recommended.
No — they are rotor-friendly. The softer carbon-resin compound reduces rotor wear compared to harder metallic pads.
Noise is usually caused by setup issues, not the pad itself. Common causes include contamination, uneven piston movement, poor alignment, or incomplete bedding-in. Once the system is clean and properly set up, these pads run quietly.
These are ideal for road, gravel, commuting, and general riding where you want smooth, quiet, and predictable braking. For aggressive riding, downhill, or alpine descents, we recommend Enduro Pro or Sintered compounds.
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